The normal amniotic fluid index is 8-18cm, if it is greater than 18cm, it is too much amniotic fluid. The amniotic fluid may be a fetal malformation, in addition to the possible physiological cause, it is best to observe and see, under the guidance of the doctor reasonable medication treatment, so as to avoid excessive amniotic fluid production is easy to cause placental abruption, in addition to also easy to cause postpartum bleeding, it is best not to eat too salty food, also can not drink too much water, which can prevent excessive amniotic fluid situation. In addition, the amniotic fluid is less than 8cm, which is too little amniotic fluid, you need to drink more water, more soy milk, milk, etc., which can increase the amount of amniotic fluid, if necessary, amniocentesis is recommended to exclude fetal abnormalities. If the fetus is malformed, it is best to induce labor under the guidance of a doctor to avoid affecting the baby’s development after delivery. Regular ultrasound examinations are needed during pregnancy to observe the condition of the amniotic fluid.
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