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Im now at my 21weeks and 5days of pregnancy and my Ob told me that i have a low amniotic fluid and my AFI is 1.7cm. How can i surpass these problem? Im so worried because it is my first baby. And im having a stress of thinking a lot of the possible medications to take. Please help me. Thank you
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Could you please share the detailed Ultrasound report.
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Discuss with your Obstetrician regarding cause of oligamnios .
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