Fetal Monitors

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Im currently 24w5d’s my my next ob appt is Dec 30th. My OB told me at my last appt that after the one coming up hes going to start going ahead and seeing me weekly, possibly even 2 times a week to keep a close eye on the baby. {At the beginning of the pregnancy I had high bloodsugar, now iwth the insulin it seems to get low alot! plus with the baby growing Ive lost some of my appetite which he said is completly normal.}

Anyways my question is when he told me he was going to have me come in once or twice a week after the heart appt, he mentioned he was doing that so he could also put me on a fetal heart montior. What exactly is this? What is the process?

Sorry if this is a silly question, but thanks for any help you could possibly give me!

Earl

Connie Limon asked:


 

Are you thinking about breeding your Shih Tzu or you are already an established Shih Tzu kennel?  You might think about having your Shih Tzu tested for Brucellosis on a regular basis.

 

Brucellosis is a bacterial disease known very well by food animal producers.  Brucellosis can cause a number of breeding problems such as abortions, infertility and decreased milk yield in cattle. 

 

Not only does Brucellosis affect cattle, but it can also affect dogs, including the Shih Tzu, sheep, goats, pigs and even humans.

 

How is Brucellosis passed in these different species of animals including the Shih Tzu?  The major way Brucellosis is transmitted is through direct contact of an infected aborted fetus, or uterine discharge.  Brucellosis is also spread when animals eat contaminated feces, and through sexual contact.

 

Signs of a Brucellosis infection in dogs and the Shih Tzu may include:

 



Abortion

Infertility

Infected reproductive organs

Arthritis

Disc disease

Fever

Hind limb weakness

Lethargy

General lymph node swelling



 

These are signs of many diseases; therefore, it is important to take your Shih Tzu to the veterinarian if it shows any of them.  The veterinarian will draw a blood sample to make a definitive diagnosis of Brucellosis in your Shih Tzu.

 

If your Shih Tzu is diagnosed with Brucellosis be aware that it is difficult to treat.  It often takes a long period of antibiotic therapy to get rid of Brucellosis fully.  Blood samples are required to monitor the progress of the drug treatment.  These blood samples can get expensive.

 

It is possible for humans to become infected with canine Brucellosis.  You could possibly contract the disease of Brucellosis from your Shih Tzu; however, transmission from dogs to people seems to be uncommon.

 

Since Brucellosis is sexually transmitted, it is important for Shih Tzu breeders to be sure all of the Shih Tzu in their kennel test negative for the bacteria.  If your Shih Tzu test positive for Brucellosis, do not breed them.  Your Shih Tzu may in fact show no clinical signs of Brucellosis, but still be able to transmit the disease in semen or vaginal fluid.  Therefore testing is vital.

 

When is the best time to test your Shih Tzu for Brucellosis?

 



Female Shih Tzu should be tested a few weeks before they come into heat.

Male Shih Tzu should be tested twice a year.

Any new Shih Tzu brought into the kennel should be isolated until tests prove negative results twice. The second test should be done one month after the first one.



 

Many disinfectants prepared especially for kennel use easily kills the bacteria.  The bacteria are also relatively easy to kill with a diluted bleach/water solution.

 

At the present time in vet science there are no vaccines available for canine brucellosis.  Ways to help control Brucellosis in your Shih Tzu kennel include:

 



Eliminating positive animals from breeding stock

Proper disposal of waste and wearing gloves to handle any fetal membranes or aborted Shih Tzu fetuses, followed by thorough disinfection of the area.



 

Questions regarding canine Brucellosis should be directed toward your veterinarian.

 

 

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Tina

Ken Wilson asked:


Carrying a child means a great responsibility and it’s only natural that you are as careful as possible when you are pregnant. Regular visits to a doctor are a must, special considerations appear and tests to be made, all to reassure yourself of your baby’s well-being. Just like that, you can think about using fetal Doppler hire services additionally to the doctor visits and hear the heartbeat of your baby anytime you decide. Just use the Internet and find out where to hire Doppler at affordable rates.

Ever since the Doppler was developed, parents have welcomed to appearance of this technology that would allow for the monitoring of the baby’s heartbeat. Today, forward-looking machines are available online for hiring and parents are highly interested in using them, especially at home. Fetal Doppler hire services include innovative Doppler, particularly the one that has a waterproof probe and an LCD display for the baby’s heartbeat. This is one of the most preferred models when it comes to hire Doppler services, having advanced features such as the three heart rate processing modes, headphone connection and recording possibility.

If you are wondering why a Doppler should have a waterproof probe, you should know that these machines are often used during childbirth, the one that is performed in water. There are not many machines that bear such a trademark feature and thus, their price is not so affordable. Many parents prefer to hire Doppler, considering it to be a healthy alternative to the actual purchase. The features of the fetal Doppler are clearly presented online, for anyone to see and understand. You will see that the models offered for fetal Doppler hire services have an indicator for the level of the battery, speakers so that you can hear the heart of the baby and modern technology to identify the heartbeat precisely.

Other features of the fetal Doppler are represented by the so-called triple FHR mode (which can be set in real-time, average or manual), the LCD display where the baby’s heartbeat is presented and the turn-off sound characteristic. The fetal Doppler is based on latest-generation technology; thus, it saves power by turning off the backlight and even stopping the machine after just one minute of inactive using. The volume can be easily adjusted and the Doppler connected to a computer through the earphone socket for sound recording. The battery lifespan ranges from 250 to 360 minutes, all products being accompanied by a warranty of minimum one year. The dimensions (including the one of the LCD screen) and the weight are also presented for hire Doppler machines.

On the websites where fetal Doppler hire services are presented, you will also find plenty of useful and interesting information about how a baby heart is actually monitored. The first and perhaps one of the most important recommendations given is that the investigation is better performed with a full bladder. Doctors believe that this particular state allows for an easier localization of the baby’s heartbeat, especially when the pregnancy is in an early stage. The Doppler test is usually performed while the mother-to-be sits down, choosing a comfortable position and ultrasound gel is regularly applied for more accurate results.

By visiting the doctor, you will definitely find out how the fetal Doppler is used and learn how to do it yourself at home. Hiring a fetal Doppler will offer you the opportunity to listen and even see your baby’s heart beat at the moment that you choose and monitor it through the entire period of your pregnancy. The probe is moved around very slowly until the heartbeat is identified and it is very important that you take as much time as needed. You do not want to fail to perceive the heartbeat and then despair because you cannot find it. After you locate it, you can record it and cherish this unique sound for many years to come. It’s great to be a parent, isn’t it?



Phyllis