Why is the amniotic fluid turbid?

Previously, we introduced the importance of amniotic fluid to pregnant mothers. Now many pregnant mothers ask the editor: Why is my amniotic fluid turbid? Generally speaking, if the amniotic fluid is turbid, it is most likely caused by vernix caseosa, and there is no need to worry about this situation. However, if the turbid amniotic fluid is caused by other reasons, mothers should go to the hospital for treatment in time.

Causes of cloudy amniotic fluid

The source of amniotic fluid varies at different stages of fetal development. In the early stages of pregnancy, the amniotic fluid mainly comes from the plasma component of the embryo and is colorless. As the fetus' organs begin to develop and mature, the composition of the amniotic fluid gradually increases to include the fetus' urine, respiratory system, gastrointestinal tract, umbilical cord, placental surface, etc., and it will appear slightly turbid. Under B-ultrasound examination, thick and dense light spots can be seen.

Common causes of cloudy amniotic fluid include:

1. Vernix caseosa is mixed with the amniotic fluid. If the amniotic fluid becomes turbid due to this situation, it generally does not cause harm to the fetus, so there is no need to worry too much.

2. Meconium is mixed with amniotic fluid. If this happens, the fetus may suffer from hypoxia in the uterus and needs oxygen. Specific treatment measures should be carried out after diagnosis by a professional doctor.

3. Bile stasis is mixed in the amniotic fluid. The main substances in the amniotic fluid are fetal fluid and brittle hair. Simple turbidity generally does not have any impact. If it is turbid, it indicates that the fetus is abnormal and needs to be delivered immediately.

Because the amniotic fluid is the living environment of the fetus, turbidity should not be underestimated and you should go to the hospital as soon as possible to find out the cause.

What to do if the amniotic fluid is turbid

Turbid amniotic fluid is generally caused by vernix caseosa or meconium mixed in the amniotic fluid, and there are also other cases of cholestasis. If it is just mild turbidity caused by vernix caseosa, it is not a big problem and is normal. It generally does not cause harm to the fetus and does not require special treatment.

If the turbidity of the amniotic fluid is caused by meconium, this indicates that the fetus may be suffering from intrauterine hypoxia and needs to rely on oxygen inhalation to supplement oxygen. In the latter case of hypoxia, pregnant women should seek immediate treatment and follow the advice of professional doctors to undergo examinations or oxygen inhalation. At the same time, fetal heart rate monitoring should be performed immediately to see if the fetal heart rate is normal in order to estimate the fetal hypoxia. At the same time, you should lie on your left side and breathe oxygen to increase blood supply to the placenta and alleviate the oxygen supply to the fetus. If the situation is serious, it may be necessary to terminate the pregnancy early and end the delivery by caesarean section.