Polyhydramnios can occur as early as 16 weeks of pregnancy, but it mostly happens in the later weeks of pregnancy. It is a rare condition seen in only 1% to 2% of pregnancies.

Polyhydramnios is diagnosed using an ultrasound, which measures the amount of fluid in the amniotic sac. If you have too much amniotic fluid, your practitioner may suggest additional tests, including ...

Polyhydramnios can have a number of different causes, some linked to the mother’s health and others to the child. In a normal pregnancy, amniotic fluid is produced by the baby’s lungs and kidneys.

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Polyhydramnios does not usually cause symptoms, the NHS explain that you may only find out you have it at a routine scan or antenatal appointment. If you do have symptoms, ...

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