Question
At 20 days pregnant, I took two tablets of benzydamine and applied two motion sickness stickers. Do you think this will affect the fetus? I had an ultrasound at about 7 weeks, and the doctor said there were no abnormalities. Do I need to have a blood test?
Answer
Medications taken in the early stages of pregnancy can have a profound impact on the fetus. Recommendations: First, undergo a Down syndrome screening between 14-19 weeks of pregnancy and a 4D ultrasound between 22-26 weeks to observe whether the fetus has any malformations. Second, between 16-20 weeks of pregnancy, have an amniocentesis and umbilical cord blood analysis to clearly determine the baby’s development in the womb. It is recommended that you take good care of your prenatal health, regularly undergo prenatal checks, closely monitor the fetus’s development, and seek medical attention promptly if any abnormalities are detected.