What is the anterior uterine wall?

During pregnancy, the placenta attaches to a certain part of the uterus, most commonly the anterior wall, posterior wall, or lateral wall. If the placenta completely covers the lower part of the uterus or the upper side of the cervix, it is generally called placenta previa. This situation is not conducive to the pregnancy, and it can easily lead to bleeding in the late pregnancy, dystocia, and even endanger life safety.

1. Is it normal for the placenta to be located on the anterior wall of the uterus?

The placenta is located on the anterior wall of the uterus, which is the normal position for the placenta to attach and is considered a normal pregnancy.

If the placenta is attached to the lower part of the uterus, or even the edge of the placenta reaches or covers the internal os of the cervix, and its position is lower than the presenting part, it is called placenta previa. Placenta previa is a condition in which the placenta attaches to the lower segment of the uterus after 28 weeks of pregnancy, with its lower edge even reaching or covering the internal os of the cervix and its position lower than the fetal presenting part.

Placenta previa is one of the main causes of bleeding in late pregnancy and a serious complication during pregnancy.

However, anterior placenta and placenta previa are two different things. If the pregnant mother has anterior placenta, there is no need to worry, as it is a normal phenomenon.

2. Is the anterior wall of the placenta a boy or a girl?

The gender of the baby in the belly is always the most interesting topic for everyone. In addition to folk sayings such as "sour for a boy, spicy for a girl" and "pointy belly, round belly", there is also a saying that the gender can be determined by looking at the position of the placenta.

Is it true that the front wall of the placenta is male and the back wall is female?

In fact, there is no scientific basis for judging the gender of the baby based on the position of the placenta, and based on the experience of many pregnant mothers, this statement lacks accuracy. The location of the placenta's attachment has no direct relationship with the sex of the fetus.

Whether it is a boy or a girl, they are the treasures of their parents. The most important thing for pregnant mothers is to take good care of their bodies and give birth to healthy babies.

3. The difference between the anterior and posterior walls of the placenta

The placenta is attached to the anterior wall of the uterus, which means the placenta is located on the anterior wall of the uterus; the placenta is attached to the posterior wall of the uterus, which means the placenta is located on the posterior wall of the uterus. Both the anterior wall and the posterior wall of the placenta are normal phenomena.

However, if the placenta is located on the posterior wall, it is relatively safe. If the placenta is located on the anterior wall, it means that the placenta is closer to the cervical opening and can easily slip, leading to miscarriage or premature birth. Therefore, mothers with anterior placenta need to be more careful throughout pregnancy, especially when having sex in the second trimester.

4. Which is better, the anterior wall or the posterior wall of the placenta?

The anterior and posterior walls of the uterus are both normal locations for the placenta to attach to the uterus.

Most doctors think that the posterior wall of the placenta is better and relatively safe. Babies on the anterior wall of the placenta are easily injured and more likely to have miscarriage. However, pregnant mothers do not need to worry too much. They should not exercise too much, pay attention to rest, and avoid accidents such as falls and collisions. The anterior wall of the placenta is also very safe.