Polyhydramnios occurs when there is too much amniotic fluid in the amniotic sac. This causes the uterus to grow excessively and can negatively affect fetal development. Polyhydramnios is most common later in pregnancy. The rare condition affects one to two percent of pregnancies.

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Polyhydramnios: Excessive Accumulation of Amniotic Fluid

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