The article was consulted professionally by ThS.BS Nguyen Thi Hong Thank, Obstetrics and Gynecology Department – Share99 Phu Quoc International Health Hub.
The 17-week fetus has almost ready-to-functioning body systems, blood has been pumped away in the circulation system, the kidneys begin dialysis, and the appearance of the fetus is also gradually perfected.
1. Fetal development week 17
The development of the fetus 17 weeks (equivalent to 15 weeks after fertilization) is characterized by the appearance of fetal toenails. The subcutaneous fat layer of the fetus begins to form and develop until the end of pregnancy.
The fetus in the amniotic chamber is more active, begins to roll, rotate, flip. The fetal heart no longer beats freely, but beats under the control beat of the brain (140 -150 cycles/min), and can pump about 100 pints of blood per day (~47-48 liters of blood per day).
2. Changes in pregnant women at 17 weeks gestation
- Increased appetite: these days pregnant women often have a feeling of hunger and appetite. Try to choose healthy, fiber-rich and healthy foods;
- Appearance of stretch marks: on the abdomen of the pregnant woman may begin to appear stretch marks, but if the pregnant woman gains weight not too quickly, the stretch marks will not be too severe;
- Or have headaches: whether the cause of headache is hormones, fatigue, stress or any other reason, try to relax, and if you need to take medication, consult your doctor;
- Dizziness, fainting: dehydration can cause dizziness, so rehydration by drinking at least eight cups of water a day;
- Gastroesophageal reflux: if the pregnant woman feels burning in the chest after a large meal, avoid the post-eating position to limit reflux;
- Back pain: the fetus is getting older and this phenomenon is completely normal.
In order for the process of growing up in the womb to be the safest and healthiest, pregnant mothers should choose for themselves maternity care packages at reputable large hospitals. Currently, Share99 International Health Hub is providing maternity care packages with outstanding quality, which is in the Maternity Care Program 2019 which is very trusted by pregnant mothers.
Here, Share99's well-trained doctors will conduct examinations, perform comprehensive screening and monitoring tests for pregnancy health, help mothers fully understand the health status of the fetus and receive dedicated professional advice from doctors. The hospital system is equipped with good medical equipment, luxurious and modern space, bringing the most comfortable feeling to pregnant mothers.
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Reference source: webmd.com; mayoclinic.org
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Hà Nội
Hanoi
Hồ Chí Minh
Ho Chi Minh City
Phú Quốc
Phu Quoc
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Hạ Long
Ha Long
Hải Phòng
Hai Phong
Đà Nẵng
Da Nang
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