I m 31 weeks 4 days pregnant and had an ultrasound today to check growth. I have a history of gestational hypertension. My ultrasound shows various percentiles. I m concerned mostly about the BPD and HC being small for the gestational age. BPD: 73.5 mm HC: 277.1 mm AC: 292 mm FL: 63.6 mm OFD: 101 mm I have a follow up, more detailed ultrasound later this week. Everything I ve googled shows possible microcephaly. Any insight to these numbers?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.First of all, do not panic.Although your concern about baby's head size is right. There are various other parameters of the baby that are also to be considered.Secondly, I will suggest you to get follow-up USG done after 7 to 10 days. Please get Doppler flow indices of Umbilical artery and Fetal middle cerebral artery.If these indices are within normal limits, then you need not worry about baby's growth. Please opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen.Regular intake of Folic acid and vitamin B12 and Iron and Calcium supplements is advisable. Meditate regularly and think positively. May God bless you with a bundle of joy.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar