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Polyhydramnios
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• Amniotic Fluid
• Hydramnios
• Oligohydramnios
 
 
Definition: Condition where the mother may have more amniotic fluid than normal.

Also Known As: Hydramnios

Related Resources:

Disorders of Amniotic Fluid
A look at amniotic fluid volumes.

Amniotic Fluid
Amniotic fluid cushions your baby in the uterus and teaches him or her lessons of breathing and life. Learn amazing facts about this fluid.

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Amniotic Fluid
What is it and what does it do?

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