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Can you do anything to increase your amniotic fluid?

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lupins71 · 28/11/2006 20:40

Hi

message says it all really, with both my pg's it was been dangerously low (1-2cm), cant remember proper name, does anyone know if anything can be done either medically or by self help, am seeing consultant on thurs no doubt will be discussed

Lisa x

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fransmom · 28/11/2006 21:15

i have no idea sorry sweetie but hope someone can give you a more concrete and helpful post soon x

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lulumama · 28/11/2006 21:18

the only thing i am aware of is drinking plenty of fluids....but i am sure your consultant will advise you properly on thuersday

is this oligohydramnios?
sorry to not be of more help x

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lupins71 · 28/11/2006 21:47

hi

thanks both,, yes that is what its called, feel like a fish im drinking so much lol

lisa x

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bethoo · 07/01/2007 03:41

i do not think you can as it relepnishes itself every 2-3 days. it is good to drink plenty of fluids though.

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LupinsBigLump · 07/01/2007 09:22

Thanks, consultant didnt offer any tips so not sure there is anything to do - altho have been following the drink plenty advice,

thx