What to do if placenta posterior occurs?

Many mothers will find placenta posterior during their prenatal check-up. Generally speaking, this situation is very dangerous. If not handled properly, it may cause premature birth of the fetus and blood loss in the mother. So, what should you do if you encounter placenta posterior? In fact, pregnant mothers can use some methods to alleviate the risk of placenta posterior. Let us introduce it below, hoping it will be helpful to everyone.

A low-lying placenta can cause maternal blood loss, amniotic fluid embolism, and easily lead to infection, or even severe pelvic inflammatory disease, peritonitis, etc. Or it may cause premature birth, fetal distress and fetal growth restriction. Once it is confirmed that the placenta is low, the pregnant woman should absolutely rest in bed, often in the left lateral position, to relieve the pressure of the right-rotated uterus on the inferior vena cava, which is beneficial to improve the blood circulation of the placenta, keep the stool soft and unobstructed, and reduce the sudden increase in intra-abdominal congestion. Observe closely, and if there are any abnormalities, go to the hospital's gynecology department in time, and formulate specific treatment measures under the guidance of the attending physician.

Placenta previa or placenta previa is usually caused by the fetus growing in an abnormal position, which will cause a lot of trouble and harm to the fetus at the moment of birth. Therefore, many expectant mothers are particularly worried about this issue during pregnancy. So, is it better to have a placenta that is posterior or anterior?

Is it better to have a placenta posterior or anterior?

Placenta previa is one of the main causes of bleeding in late pregnancy and a serious complication during pregnancy. Improper treatment can endanger the lives of mother and child. The incidence rate is reported to be 0.24% to 1.57% in China and 1.0% abroad. 85% to 90% of patients with placenta previa are multiparous women, especially multiparous women, where the incidence rate can be as high as 5%.

Main causes:

1. Endometrial lesions or damage: For example, multiple curettage and cesarean section scars can cause endometritis, endometrial defects, and insufficient blood supply. In order to absorb sufficient nutrients, the placenta compensatorily expands its area and extends to the lower segment of the uterus.

2. The placenta area is too large: For example, the placenta area of ​​twins is larger than that of a single fetus and reaches the lower part of the uterus. The incidence of placenta previa in twin pregnancies is twice as high as that in single pregnancies.

3. Abnormal placenta: such as accessory placenta, the main placenta is in the body of the uterus, while the accessory placenta can reach the lower part of the uterus near the internal os of the cervix.

4. Slow development of the trophoblast of the fertilized egg: When the fertilized egg reaches the uterine cavity, it has not yet developed to the stage where it can implant and continues to migrate into the lower segment of the uterus, where it grows and develops to form a placenta previa.

If you are found to have placenta previa during an ultrasound examination in mid-pregnancy, don't be nervous. As the pregnancy progresses, the placenta may gradually "drift" to a position away from the cervical opening, which is not a big deal.

If placenta previa is discovered later in pregnancy, it is still possible for the placenta to move out of the cervix; however, the later it is discovered, the less likely it is. The doctor will tell you to have a follow-up ultrasound at the beginning of the third trimester (the last 3 months of pregnancy) to check the position of the placenta. If you have vaginal bleeding at this stage, you should have an ultrasound examination immediately to find out the cause.

What is the medicinal value of the placenta?

In traditional Chinese medicine, the placenta is actually a traditional Chinese medicine called placenta. It is rich in protein and can enhance the body's immune ability. The placenta has a warming and tonic property and has a nourishing effect on some patients with weak constitutions and the elderly. At the same time, the placenta has significant therapeutic effects in treating some chronic diseases, such as chronic asthma. Since the placenta can regulate endocrine, it is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat some gynecological diseases, such as severe early amenorrhea, premature follicular failure, and developmental abnormalities. Its effect is beyond the reach of hormones used in Western medicine.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the maternal placenta is sweet, salty, and warm in nature, enters the lung, liver, and kidney meridians, and has the functions of replenishing essence, nourishing blood, and invigorating Qi. It is used for infertility or impotence, spermatorrhea, dizziness, tinnitus and other symptoms caused by insufficient kidney qi and depletion of essence and blood. It can be used for qi and blood deficiency, emaciation, fatigue, sallow complexion, and low milk supply after childbirth. It can be used for asthma caused by deficiency of both lung and kidney. Especially when taking this product when the attack is not happening, it can strengthen the body and reduce the attacks. In addition, it can also be used to treat Qi and blood deficiency and long-term epilepsy. The general dosage is 1.5g-3g. Grind into powder and put into capsules for oral administration, two or three times a day. For severe cases, double the dosage. It can also be taken in pills or powders. Note: It should not be used alone by those with Yin deficiency and hyperactivity of fire.