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asked Feb 12, 2021 in Pregnancy Period General by anonymous
I had a scan today and the gestational sac was visible but there was no yolk sac. Is it normal to not see a yolk sac at 4 weeks 6 days? I'm really worried, please help.
Artificial Intelligence Health Assistant's Answer

It is common for a gestational sac to be visible without a yolk sac at 4 weeks 6 days of pregnancy. The yolk sac usually becomes visible between 5-6 weeks of pregnancy. However, every pregnancy is different and it's best to consult with your healthcare provider for further evaluation and reassurance. They may recommend follow-up scans to monitor the development of the pregnancy. Remember that early ultrasounds can sometimes be inconclusive, so try not to panic until you have more information from your healthcare provider.

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answered Feb 13, 2021 by Cristina
Think is very early! They can only see from 6 weeks up! With my firs pregnancy i had a scan at 5 week and could not see anything.. than at 5 +3 just seen a tiny dot in there, and than heart beat was when i was 7 weeks pregnant... 

Think u should wait another 2 weeks than have a scan
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answered Feb 14, 2021 by chelsea
I went through this in August  September if yolk isn't visible then there is no baby it's a failed pregnancy a heartbeat is visible from around 5th week of pregnancy it may have been to early but look our for any cramps u get now.  but yolk should be there. sending prayers 

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