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Treatment depends on various factors: How much bleeding you had; Where the fetus is developed enough to survive outside the uterus; How much of the placenta is covering the cervix; The position of the fetus; The number of previous births you have had; Whether you are in lab...[read article]

Tests for Low-Lying Placenta

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Transvaginal ultrasound is a type of pelvic ultrasound. It is used to look at a woman's reproductive organs, including the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and vagina....  More
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Abdominal ultrasound is an imaging procedure used to examine the internal organs of the abdomen, including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. Th...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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MRI of Uterus
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body. Unlike x-rays and computed tomographic (CT) scans, which use radiation, MRI uses...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.  More
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Medical Procedures for Low-Lying Placenta

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The process of transferring whole blood or blood components from one person (donor) to another (recipient).  More
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Vaginal Delivery
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Surgical Procedures for Low-Lying Placenta

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A C-section, also called a cesarean section, is the delivery of a baby through a surgical opening in the lower belly area.  More
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Prescribed Medications for Low-Lying Placenta

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INDOMETHACIN (in doe METH a sin) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used to reduce swelling and to treat pain. It may be used for painful join...  More
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TERBUTALINE (ter BYOO ta leen) is a bronchodilator. It helps open up the airways in your lungs to make it easier to breathe. This medicine is used to treat the symp...  More
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NIFEDIPINE (nye FED i peen) is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This relaxes your blood vessels, wh...  More
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Self Care for Low-Lying Placenta

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Bed Rest
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Avoid Sexual Intercourse Until Therapy Completed
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