i'm due in 2days and haven't dilated! i went to labor and delivery last weekend cause i was having mild contractions every 3-5mins and still am. why?

Question

How long does it take first time moms that r in early labor to get into active labor. When i say early labor i mean 3cm dilated with contractions every 3 min?

Answer 1

False labor?: You are getting probably false labor also called Braxton - Hicks contraction. You are not in real labor because not dilated. There are some causes of Braxton-Hicks contractions. You need to be monitored by your Obstetrician.

Answer 2

No: Although labor can start as rythmic back pain, back pain is just as likely to be the position of your baby. Lbpain can also be from posture shifts late in pregnancy. If in doubt feel the uterus for recurrent tightening.

Answer 3

Possible: There are many reasons for back pain: urinary truct obstruction, herniated disk, strain, sciatica, kidney stone or infection, arthritis among many others. If you have uterine contructions increasing in intensity you may be in labor. Back pain alone is unlikely sign of labor.

Answer 4

Meds numb nerves: A small catheter is inserted into an area of the spine called the epidural space. Medication goes through the catheter and soaks the nerves in that area. As the nerves are exposed to the medication you lose sensation and experience pain relief. The medication can be given continuously until you deliver to keep you comfortable.

Answer 5

Nerve block: Epidurals block the nerves to the pelvis with an infusion of local anesthetic around the spinal cord. This blocks the pain signals from reaching the brain, thus eliminating the sensation of pain. A good epidural will block pain while preserving some motor function. A very dense epidural will completely eliminate pain, but will interfere with leg function to a greater degree.

Answer 6

Epidurals work: By bathing the nerve roots that cause labor pains with local anesthetic, causing loss of sensation and numbness. Because of the area where the medicines are administered, the numbness is much more controlled than in a spinal, which is why you don't feel pain, but can still move your legs and push when it is time to deliver the baby.

Answer 7

No: Yeast are a normal part of the vagina. The hormone changes of pregnancy commonly cause yeast infections. They can be treated if you are experiencing symptoms but are not harmful to the pregnancy.

Answer 8

Would get rid of it: I recommend getting rid of the yeast infection before.Generally, vaginal infections don't cause serious complications.In pregnant women, however, both bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis have been associated with premature deliveries and low birth weight babies. Women with trichomoniasis or bacterial vaginosis are also at a greater risk of acquiring HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.

Answer 9

PREGNANCY TERM: As long as you are under the care of your ob, no toxemia, or any other problems anticipated, you are in good hands! good luck !

Answer 10

Hard to say: Since your other health issues are not available for review, limited assessment is possible. Baby is near term, but upwards of 10% will require special care even if born at term. Complications of pregnancy or labor can increase the risk.About 5% of newborns have an unexpected issue at birth (defect, prematurity, illness).Most pregnancies end up in a satisfactory outcome.

Answer 11

See below: Epidural or para cervical block are most common along with a pudental block. Iv pain medication could also be considered.

i'm due in 2days and haven't dilated! i went to labor and delivery last weekend cause i was having mild contractions every 3-5mins and still am. why?

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