Is a 2.4cm cervix length during 33 weeks of pregnancy a concern?
Patient: I was 33 weeks 4 days wen my scan was done n found my cervix only 8mm. Got betnesol injections for lung growth. I have gdm also but under control with 500mg sr glycomet. On bedrest since 2 mnths wen my cervix was 2.4cm. Is it possible to maintain cervix length for another one month. Taking susten 200 n progesterone injections weekly. Does dilation happen when cervix becomes zero ? Doctor: Hello,Have fully trust in your treating doctor. He has suggested right treatment for you. Please, do continue with the treatment.Secondly, I will suggest you to take bed rest in head low position. Please use blocks or bricks beneath the bed towards your leg end. This will help to create gentle slope and resting in this position will help to reduce pressure on the cervix.You can seek prescription support from your treating Gynecologist by judging your clinical status. One of the following medications to relax the uterus can be taken:1. Tablet Isoxsuprine 10 mg 3 times a day2. Tablet Nicardia Retard 10/20 mg 2 times a day3. Tablet Terbutaline 2 times a day.Bed rest and uterus relaxing agents should be taken till completing 36 weeks of pregnancy. It is safe for the baby to deliver after 36 and preferably after 38 weeks of pregnancy. Injection Betnesol 12 mg can be repeated weekly till 36 weeks.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar