Pregnancy - low lying placenta

Dr Geeta Chadha
Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology,
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital,
New Delhi

Q: I am 13 weeks pregnant. The ultrasound detected a low lying placenta. What precautions do I need to take?

A:Avoid vaginal penetration and physical activities. Most of the low placentas migrate up as the pregnancy advances.