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Hello doctor.i am 36 weeks pregnant.so far everything is normal.keeping in mind rise of covid cases and my hospital turning into covid hosp due to rise in cases..can i ask my gynae to perform c section after 37 weeks? So that i will not have to worry about changing hosp.my first baby was born via c section.been 3.5yrs.
Is this thought ok or should i wait for normal deliver?
Pls guide me what is best for safety concern.
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Hi there,
If you want c section you should wait till 38 weeks if you don't fall under any high risk.
For normal delivery it depends upon the size of the baby, strength of previous scar and you Perlis adequacy.
This can be told by your gynecologist whether it is safe to go for normal delivery.
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Dr. Mina Bulchandani
Gynecologist
23 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Discuss with your gyanaecologist what are the possibilities
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Dr. Nidhi Sharma
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
23 yrs exp
Chennai
Get admitted and Get a covid test done at 37 weeks for ensuring full cooperation and get LSCS done after covid report as soon as possible
Next Steps
Drink plenty of water
Take Vitamin C supplements
Tablet Limcee 500 mg twice a day for 2 weeks for protection from virus
Health Tips
Take lots of onions and garlic and tomatoes
Take warm milk and warm water every 2 hours when in hospital setting
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