Question 1

i have 2 preemies, what are my risks of preterm labor again?

Accepted Answer

Preterm birth: With a history of 2 preterm births, you are at hgh risk for another preterm birth and a candidate for 17-hydroxy Progesterone caproate injections. This is the only known therapy that can reduce your risk of another premature birth.

Question 2

when diagnosed with vasa previa, is the risk of preterm labor greater?

Accepted Answer

Not greater: The risk of preterm labor is not greater with vasa previa.

Question 3

just dx'd with mild preeclampsia- i'm 28weeks. does this put me at higher risk for preterm labor, or does it just mean i'll probably have to deliver?

Accepted Answer

Induction of labor: Your OB GYN doctor will continue to work with you to monitor the health of baby and the severity of the preeclampsia. Depending on the findings, they may consider inducing labor earlier. They weigh the risks of prematurity against the risks of preeclampsia complications.

Question 4

what can happen if your at high risk of preterm labor and have sex?

Accepted Answer

Contractions: Intercourse can stimulate contractions.  If you are at risk for preterm birth, i would discuss with your ob/gyn before having sex to see if it is ok or not.

Question 5

is there a higher risk of preterm labor if i have high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

No: But you have a higher chance of preterm delivery because induction or c/s may become necc. For medical reasons.

Question 6

what are the health risks going into preterm labor at 33 weeks. i will be having a baby boy and am high risk for preterm labor.

Accepted Answer

NICU stay: Under 36 weeks there is >50% chance a boy premi would end up with respiratory distress & need to spend time in a neonatal intensive care unit.This would involve oxygen & fluids pumped through iv's or tubes into the belly button.It might mean a mechanical ventilator to assist breathing. Eventual outcome > 33 wks is pretty good  with good care but stay is usually > 10 days & complications do occur.

Question 7

tvs measured cervical length 56mm@20wks to 38mm@27wks, ffn+, cramping/backache, spotting. normal shortening of cl? what's the risk of preterm labor?

Accepted Answer

Very real risk: The positive fetal fibronectin suggests that the risk is very real and treatment to prevent/stop preterm labor +/- steroids to hasten lung maturity should be considered based on your particular case. If one is available I would guess your OB wants to consult a maternal-fetal medicine specialist ( a doctor who specializes in high risk pregnancies). Best wishes to you and the baby. Hope this helps.

Question 8

how do i treat acute bronchitis during pregnancy (17 wks)? how long it usu takes to recover? does prolonged bronchitis increase risk of preterm labor?

Accepted Answer

Try homeopathy: Western medicine has no proven treatments for bronchitis (antibiotics work no better than placebo). I have had great success treating bronchitis with homeopathy, which is very safe in pregnancy. For best results see a professional homeopath, but you could try one of these: http://tinyurl.com/pztnvx8
Pelargonium sidoides is a herb proven to help but its safety in pregnancy has not been studied.

Question 9

if you're pregnant with twins, does working long hours increase your risk for preterm labor?  is it recommended to stop working?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Twins predisposes you to a risk of preterm labor.  We typically follow twins with cervical ultrasounds to measure the cervical length.  The shorter the cervix, the greater the risk of ptl.  If you have a short cx, then yes, we typically restrict a persons work.  If the cervix is normal in length, then many women maintain their activity level.

Question 10

is 3cm a normal cervical length for 21 weeks pregnant? what is the risk of preterm labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: We don't worry about cervical shortening until less than 2.5cm. Your doctor may want to increase surveillance of your cervix meaning more ultrasounds.  Risk for preterm labor is previous history of preterm labor.  Hopefully it stays nice and long!

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I have 2 preemies, what are my risks of preterm labor again?

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When diagnosed with vasa previa, is the risk of preterm labor greater?

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Just dx'd with mild preeclampsia- i'm 28weeks. does this put me at higher risk for preterm labor, or does it just mean i'll probably have to deliver?

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What can happen if your at high risk of preterm labor and have sex?

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Is there a higher risk of preterm labor if i have high blood pressure?

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What are the health risks going into preterm labor at 33 weeks. i will be having a baby boy and am high risk for preterm labor.

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Tvs measured cervical length 56mm@20wks to 38mm@27wks, ffn+, cramping/backache, spotting. normal shortening of cl? what's the risk of preterm labor?

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How do i treat acute bronchitis during pregnancy (17 wks)? how long it usu takes to recover? does prolonged bronchitis increase risk of preterm labor?

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If you're pregnant with twins, does working long hours increase your risk for preterm labor? is it recommended to stop working?

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Is 3cm a normal cervical length for 21 weeks pregnant? what is the risk of preterm labor?

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