Is it considered normal for fetal heartbeats to appear around six weeks and be detectable at seven to eight weeks of gestation?

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I read your query and understand your concern. According to the hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) value, the pregnancy is around five to six weeks. At this stage, it might be difficult to see the sac and locate the heartbeat, and it is fine to consider it as a technical error. After two weeks, the sac and heartbeat will be clearly visible, and the exact weeks can be calculated. What is your last menstrual date? I hope you have started taking folic acid tablets and completed all the necessary investigations.

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I completely understand your concern, and it is normal. There is nothing to worry about. According to the ovulation date, the hCG value is in the normal range, and the doctor has seen the gestational sac. Fetal heartbeats usually appear at six weeks, and the doctor will be easily able to detect them around seven to eight weeks of gestation. So, do not get stressed; it is completely fine. You should keep yourself hydrated and aim to drink at least 0.79 gallons of water per day. Also, include more green leafy vegetables and fruits in your diet.

Hope this information helps you.

Thank you.