Question
The fetal heart rate increases rapidly during movement, reaching about 170 beats per minute within five minutes. I conducted a 20-minute fetal heart rate monitoring at home, and the number of fetal movements was normal. In this situation, is it possible that the fetus is choking?
Answer
Hello, thank you for your question. A fetal heart rate of around 170 beats per minute during movement is normal. Based on your description, I suggest you rest well, maintain emotional stability, and increase your nutritional intake. The best course of action would be to go to the hospital for professional fetal heart rate monitoring and have it evaluated by a professional doctor. If the fetal heart rate baseline remains above 160 beats per minute, you should go to the hospital immediately for oxygen therapy to rule out the possibility of fetal choking.