Placental Infarction

[MommyUpNorth]

Just got back from my 2nd scan which was looking at 'something' that the consultant thinks might be a placental infarction. It looks to be a fairly significant part of the placenta but the baby is spot on for growth/dates. Has anyone heard of this/had this? I've been trying to do searches online but there doesn't seem to be loads of info on it and I was looking for something more user friendly than medical journals.

I'm at 14+3 at the moment and as the consultant faffs around trying to send the pics off to other people, I'm wondering if there is anything I could be doing to help the situation?

No idea but bumping the thread for you...

Placental infarction is caused by a circulation problem in you at some stage of the placentas formation. I couldn't find anything which suggests ways that you can self help - in the majority of cases it appears that it doesn't actually cause a problem in the fetus. Had you found this kind of thing?

As it is circulation I would assume that a gentle stroll each day would benefit you!

Thanks for that SD & squarer. A stroll certainly wouldn't hurt, so of course will try. Well, we found the definitions of it, but I can't seem to see if it could possibly get worse, or cause problems with the birth (it is at the bottom of the placenta), or any other risks, etc... I'm just trying to find out anything I can in order to discuss it properly at our next meeting.

There is another risk MUN... it is linked to heart disease in you in later life. Perhaps you could ask about that as it is the hot topic of the moment by the looks of things.

Thanks squarer. I will definately ask about that at my next appointment.