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C section gap
Hello, I am 35 year old.I had two daughters one is nine year old and other is 3 months old.
Can we plan one more c section?
What should be gap between 2 c section?
I don't have any complications in last two pregnancies and delivery.
Considering my age please suggest me when I can plan for 3 rd pregnancy?
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Minimum gap of 2years should be maintained
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You need to consult for some detailed discussion and advice regarding your issue.
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Yes. You should plan your next pregnancy when your younger child is 3 years old.
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Yes u can have another c section
But proper antenatal care should be taken from the very beginning so that there is no PAS or placenta prévia
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Dr. Shweta Lodhi Umate
Gynecologist
8 yrs exp
Nagpur
Minimum 2 years
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Dr. Kinnari Amin
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12 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Minimum 2 years gap should be there
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Dr. Nirav Jetani
Gynecologist
11 yrs exp
Vadodara
At least after 18-24 months from last c section
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Dr. S R Aishwarya
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
5 yrs exp
Bengaluru
Minimum spacing interval between two consecutive pregnancies recommended is 2 years, ideally 3 years
Also there are few known risks which increase with every subsequent pregnancy
Consult for further advise and clarifications
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
Gap of atleast 3 years should be there
You can go for 3rd c section.
Its risky though.
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