Premature labor can be experienced by anyone. Generally the cause of babies born prematurely is not known with certainty and can be a combination of several factors. The cause can be biological, medical, or psychosocial factors.
Normal delivery occurs when the baby is born at 38-40 weeks' gestation. Babies born before 37 weeks' gestation are called premature babies. About 12 percent of pregnant women can give birth prematurely. The younger the baby is born, the higher the risk of the baby experiencing health problems, because several organs of his body have not been able to work properly.
Health problems that may be experienced by premature babies include jaundice, difficulty maintaining body temperature, difficulty breathing because the lungs are still not functioning properly, increased risk of infection, impaired vision and hearing, babies cannot eat food properly because it is difficult to breathe by swallowing , chronic pulmonary disorders, and cerebral palsy.
Risk Factors for Premature Birth Babies
Given the various risks that may occur in premature babies, if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, it's good to look at whether you have a risk of causing premature babies born. Look at the list below.Childbirth History
- You have previously experienced premature labor.
- Containing twins.
- Pregnant at the age of more than 35 years or less than 17 years.
- Having abnormalities in the cervix or uterus.
Medical conditions
- You suffer from certain diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, preeclampsia or infection. Some infectious diseases that can cause premature birth such as syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, amniotic fluid infections, and urinary tract infections.
- Premature rupture of membranes.
- Underweight or overweight during pregnancy.
- You have had several abortions or have had a miscarriage in the second trimester.
- Pregnant through in vitro fertilization (IVF).
- You are pregnant while using an IUD, with the device still remaining in the womb during pregnancy.
- Pregnancy distance is too fast (6 months from the previous pregnancy).
Another factor
- Smoking or taking drugs.
- Low socio-economic level.
- An inadequate postpartum care history.
- Extreme fatigue.
- Experiencing psychological-shaking events, such as domestic violence or the death of someone close.
- Experienced trauma or physical injury.
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