I'm 6 weeks pregnant and recently had an internal ultrasound at around 5 weeks 4 days, but it only showed the sac without the fetus pole. They're asking me to come back in 2 weeks for another ultrasound, and honestly, I'm a bit worried. I'm 34 and taking folic acid and Susten 200, but I'm not sure if there's anything else I should be doing, like any specific injections or medicines to help with the fetus development. My doctor mentioned there's a 5050 chance, and since I'm not really experiencing much nausea or sickness, I'm just curious if that could mean anything. What should I be aware of or ask about next?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

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Given your situation, it's essential to follow your doctor's guidance. Since you're already taking folic acid and Susten 200 (progesterone), continue with these medications as prescribed.

Additional Recommendations

Progesterone support: Your doctor may consider additional progesterone support to help maintain the pregnancy.

Fetal development monitoring: Regular ultrasounds will help monitor fetal development and detect any potential issues early.

Prenatal vitamins: Ensure you're taking prenatal vitamins containing essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamin D.

Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help maintain a healthy pregnancy.

Addressing Your Concerns

50-50 chance: Your doctor's assessment is likely based on the initial ultrasound findings. However, it's essential to remain hopeful and focus on supporting your pregnancy.

Lack of nausea: Not experiencing nausea or sickness during pregnancy is relatively common, especially in the early stages.

Age-related concerns: As you're 34 years old, your doctor may discuss age-related risks and recommendations for your pregnancy.

Next Steps

Follow-up ultrasound: Attend your scheduled follow-up ultrasound to reassess fetal development.

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