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Hi, i was born at 28 weeks. ive read online that babies born premature have a life expectancy from 18-45. does being premature make my life expectancy shorter?
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Reduced life expectancy in prematurely born persons is because so many of them -- especially born extremely early, as you were -- have ongoing health problems, especially neurological and developmental disabilities. Those who are outwardly healthy through their childhood and teen years have normal life expectancy. Of course discuss with a doctor if you have any health problem from prematurity.
Answered 9/11/2023
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