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  • 26 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm 30 weeks pregnant and just found out that my amniotic fluid index is 20.8 cm. I'm a bit worried if this is normal. My blood sugar levels and glucose tolerance test were normal, and I don't have an RH negative blood type. Could there be a reason for this high fluid level? And, is there anything I can do to reduce the excess fluid?

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If the baby growth is normal no need to worry,It will resolve follow your Obstetricians advice

Dr. Mubarak Suggests...

Consult a Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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