Pregnant women need to go to the hospital on time for multiple prenatal check ups. And some pregnant women may find cervical shortening during prenatal check ups, which can also make them worried about the adverse effects on the healthy development of the fetus. So, what should a pregnant woman with short cervix at 23 weeks of pregnancy do?
1. Pregnant women who are found to have short cervix during prenatal check ups at 23 weeks of pregnancy must reduce their daily activity, especially avoid lifting heavy objects or squatting, as well as doing other heavy physical labor. Because this can lead to an increase in abdominal pressure, which may worsen the symptoms of cervical shortening. It is recommended to focus on bed rest and recuperation.
2. If a pregnant woman's prenatal examination reveals a short cervix accompanied by signs of premature birth, she should follow the doctor's guidance and recommendations for relevant treatment, such as cervical cerclage. This surgical measure can fix the position of the cervix and effectively prevent premature delivery due to a short cervix.
3. Pregnant women with short cervix should not only pay attention to rest, follow medical advice for relevant adjustment and treatment, but also go to the hospital for examination on time. This can timely understand the treatment effect and dynamically adjust the treatment plan, thus better ensuring the health of pregnancy. In addition, if there are any abnormal discomforts during this period, such as abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, etc., be alert to the possibility of premature birth and seek medical treatment promptly.
