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Premature birth can have a huge impact on the health of both the mother and the unborn baby. Pregnant women who are threatened with premature birth often have early warning signs. Some subjects have a higher risk of premature birth than the general population. In the article below, Vinmec will help pregnant mothers identify subjects who are prone to premature birth, what are the signs of threatened preterm birth, what to do when threatened with premature birth? We invite you to read along.
The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital. The doctor has many years of experience in the field of obstetrics and gynecology.
1. Is it dangerous to give birth prematurely?
A pregnant woman's pregnancy will last about 40 weeks, this is the time needed for the baby to absorb nutrients in the womb, comprehensively develop organs, function and perfect the brain. Premature babies are counted when they are born before the 37th week of pregnancy. Babies born prematurely and prematurely have a higher risk of dying or facing many dangerous complications because their organs are still weak and not fully developed.
Some health problems premature babies may encounter such as:
Respiratory system problems: shortness of breath, respiratory failure, pneumonia, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, chronic respiratory disorders... vision, hearing problems Digestive system problems: enteritis, intestinal necrosis... Cerebral palsy, brain hemorrhage Blood disorders problems: blood infection, low blood pressure... Slow development Poor immune system development Sudden infant death syndrome Premature birth not only endangers the baby but also threatens the health of the mother. Pregnant women need to monitor all abnormal developments of the body during pregnancy, antenatal check-ups and periodic ultrasounds to promptly detect signs of premature birth and take timely response measures.
2. Which pregnant women are at risk of preterm birth?
The exact cause of premature birth in pregnant women is unknown. However, some other influencing factors can increase the risk of preterm birth for pregnant women such as:
Women over 35 years old Women with a history of preterm birth have a 2 times higher risk of preterm birth in the next pregnancy. - 3 times normal. Pregnant women with short cervix: can be detected through ultrasounds during pregnancy Pregnant women using assisted reproductive methods Pregnant women with twins or triplets, quadruplets... (accounting for approx. 60% risk of premature delivery) Pregnant women with hypertension, pre-eclampsia, diabetes, placenta previa, polyhydramnios, amniotic fluid deficiency, etc. Pregnant women with infections Pregnant women smoke or regularly inhale Women who work hard, are stressed, tired for a long time, Mothers do not eat enough, do not meet the nutritional needs of themselves and the fetus Pregnant women are among the above subjects. have a higher risk of preterm birth than the general population. Pregnant women need to pay attention to health care and monitor their body, especially in the last months of pregnancy.
3. What are the warning signs of premature birth?
The signs of threatened preterm labor are similar to those of normal labor, except that they come earlier than the expected time of delivery.
Vaginal bleeding or increased abnormal vaginal discharge Observe the low abdomen, the feeling that the baby is being pushed down, the pelvis is heavy Lower abdominal pain Lower back pain The appearance of cramping pain Abdominal, with diarrhea Amniotic fluid leakage Having uterine contractions about every 10 minutes, the interval between contractions getting shorter and shorter
4. Pregnant mother threatened to give birth prematurely, what to do?
When there are signs of premature birth, especially women who are in the high-risk group of premature birth, they need to go to the hospital as soon as possible for doctors to examine. With supportive measures, doctors can prolong the pregnancy, help the baby have more time in the womb to perfect the body's functions, and minimize the negative effects on the health of the mother. Mother and baby.
Pregnant women who are threatened with premature birth need to rest more, avoid vigorous exercise, even lie still, limit movement.
5. What can be done to reduce the risk of preterm birth?
To reduce the risk of premature birth, ensure a full-term and healthy pregnancy, pregnant women need to pay attention to health care. Regular check-ups, ultrasounds and basic tests will help detect early signs of preterm birth for timely intervention. In addition, pregnant women should note:
Have a reasonable diet, eat enough nutrients, control your weight, not be too underweight or gain weight uncontrollably Do not be active, limit heavy labor, reasonable rest, ensure health Do not smoke, do not drink alcohol, do not use stimulants Keep mentally comfortable, avoid stress Control pregnancy diseases such as: blood pressure, diabetes, infection... Catching the signs of threatened preterm birth to proactively prevent premature birth effectively Vinmec International General Hospital is the leading prestigious hospital in many fields, especially care and nurture premature babies. Vinmec possesses an effective technique of raising premature babies, as evidenced by the fact that hundreds of premature babies at Vinmec have been cared for and raised uncomplicated with a success rate of up to 95-97%. This is also the first hospital in the North to save the life of a premature baby at 24 weeks.
The doctors and nurses at Vinmec are highly qualified, well trained and have a sense of responsibility State-of-the-art equipment system: types of high-frequency ventilators, CPAP ventilators, incubators... Modern facilities, ability to control infection, ensure safety for newborns Methodical newborn care process, with With the combination of interdisciplinary, children can receive immediate medical intervention Vinmec is improving more and more in both treatment efficiency and service quality, giving patients peace of mind and trust. absolute.
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