Question 1

how does placenta previa cause preterm delivery?

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In placenta previa,: the placenta either partially or completely overlaps the opening of the cervix.  As the cervix starts to dilate, the blood vessels of the placenta are exposed and start to bleed, and if the bleeding doesn't stop or is very heavy, the baby needs to be delivered immediately or may not survive due to blood loss.  The cervix softens several weeks before  due date, so important to monitor carefully.

Question 2

what are the tests for preterm delivery?

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Several: Fetal test strip will evaluate the fetus and determine stress. Transabdominal stress testing can evaluate presence or absence of uterine contractions.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: preterm delivery?

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Preterm birth: A preterm delivery is defined as any delivery of a newborn less than 37 weeks gestation completed.

Question 4

what is the treatment for preterm delivery?

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Variable: Bed rest, smooth muscle relaxant medications and sometimes beta blockers plus ongoing surveillance usually in house.

Question 5

can preterm delivery manifest malignant symptoms?

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Yes: Preterm labor can manifest as hellp syndrome which result in hypertension, headaches, filtration defects of the kidneys, visual defects. If untreated can result in stroke or fetal demise.

Question 6

can taking cyclogest (progesterone) 200mg per day reduce my chances of preterm delivery? as i have a higher risk of having a weak cervix due to leetz

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Preterm delivery: There is scientific data to suggest that Progesterone  decreases the risk of preterm delivery in those at significant risk for it.  If just having a lletz, leep or cone is your only risk factor, it may not be truly necessary.

Question 7

im 13 week pregant and my cervix length has reduced from 3.5cm to 3cm in last 13 weeks. got to know cl will reduce in pregancy and should be less than 2.5cm to avoid preterm delivery. so in coming weeks will this cl effect my pregancy by reducing?

Accepted Answer

Cervical length ?'s: It is not unusual for the cervical length to decrease during pregnancy, however, at "13 weeks" of pregnancy, the growing fetus is not generally the cause.  If you have had no prior premature labor, the majority of pregnancies to not result in an "incompetent cervix" which results in premature delivery or surgical correction.  Continued U/S to follow cervical length is advised.

Question 8

hii dr.. 6months pregnant with severe constipation & gastritis. doctor suggested to take lactihep syrup everyday at bed time 45ml. is it fine to take this lactulose syrup daily in pregnancy? will it not harm the baby or causes preterm delivery?

Accepted Answer

: To reach baby and interfere with pregnancy a drug/agent must enter your blood &amp; travel through the placenta to baby. The agent mentioned is not absorbed into the blood is a significant amount and is considered one of the safest agents for constipation in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Question 9

i am 18 weeks pregnant with baby 2 and i have been pooping 5-10 times a day. i did this up to my first's preterm delivery(28 wks). is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea: While constipation is usually the norm during pregnancy, diarrhea can also occur. Make sure you remain well hydrated with gatorade

Question 10

any side effects of betamethasone injections in pregnancy? had celestone shots at 34 weeks for risk of preterm delivery?

Accepted Answer

Ok: Many studies have shown that it is safe and it helps in development of baby's lungs.

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Im 13 week pregant and my cervix length has reduced from 3.5cm to 3cm in last 13 weeks. got to know cl will reduce in pregancy and should be less than 2.5cm to avoid preterm delivery. so in coming weeks will this cl effect my pregancy by reducing?

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Hii dr.. 6months pregnant with severe constipation & gastritis. doctor suggested to take lactihep syrup everyday at bed time 45ml. is it fine to take this lactulose syrup daily in pregnancy? will it not harm the baby or causes preterm delivery?

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I am 18 weeks pregnant with baby 2 and i have been pooping 5-10 times a day. i did this up to my first's preterm delivery(28 wks). is this normal?

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Any side effects of betamethasone injections in pregnancy? had celestone shots at 34 weeks for risk of preterm delivery?

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