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What is the stage of birth where strong contractions cause the cervix to open?
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What stage of labor lasts from four to twenty four hours and includes strong uterine contractions that cause the cervix to open and may rupture the amniotic sac?
first stage
What stage of labor lasts from four to twenty-four hours and includes strong uterine contractions that cause the cervix to open and may rupture the amniotic sac?
the first stage of labor.
What contracts during labor?
During a contraction, the infant experiences intense pressure that pushes it against the cervix, eventually forcing the cervix to stretch open. At the same time, the contractions cause the cervix to thin.
What happens during labor?
The first stage of the birth process is called Labor, triggered by the hormone oxytocin. The muscular walls of the uterus starts to contract. The pressure breaks the amniotic sac, releasing the amniotic fluid(this is known as the waters breaking). Contractions gradually become more frequent, pushing the baby down the cervix, which becomes dilated to allow the baby to pass through. The vagina stretches to allow the baby to be born. The baby is still attached to the placenta by the umbilical cord which is cut and tied. The placenta breaks away from the wall of the uterus and passes out(this is known as the after birth).
What kind of birth problems can a small cervix cause?
It may prevent a vaginal birth so that the baby may have to be born by Caesarian section.
What is the function of the cervix?
The cervix is the passageway between the vagina and the uterus. The opening is generally very small, but just enough to allow menstrual blood out, and semen in.In labor the contractions of the uterus cause the cervix to thin and dilate, so the baby can pass through the vagina and into the world.The function of the cervix is to allow flow of menstrual blood from the uterus into the vagina, and direct the sperms into the uterus during intercourse.
The hormone oxytocin aids the birth process by...?
Oxytocin is used in child birth to strengthen uterine contractions. it is used during labour(first stage) when the uterine contractions are hypotonic(weak contractions).in his case its used to augment the contractions for efficient effacement and dilatation of the cervix. After second stage ie immediately after the expulsion of the placenta, oxytocin is given intramuscular to contract the uterus back to non gravid state and to prevent further bleeding from the placental site. It is also given after a complete spontaneous abortion to also contract the uterus and prevent further bleeding from placental site
Does either braxton hicks or real contractions cause you to dialate or are they not related?
Sometimes they can lead to some cervical change (including dilation, softening of the cervix, etc.). This is why it's important to call your care provider if you are having lots of Braxton Hicks contractions before you reach "full term" (or 37 weeks). On the other hand, even if your Braxton Hicks contractions are dilating your cervix, they might still be helping to rotate your baby into an optimal position for labor or even toning your uterus in preparation for labor. So even the contractions that aren't "real labor" are still doing something!
Which uterine wall layer contracts during childbirth?
The whole thing! Labor is a series of contractions that cause the upper part of the uterus (fundus) to tighten and thicken which works to push the baby down and out - while the cervix and lower portion of the uterus stretch and relax, giving the baby a passage from inside the uterus and into the birth canal for delivery.
What is the cause of labour pain and its justification?
Labour pain is a pregnant woman's body preparing for the birth of a baby. The contractions are muscular movements which open the cervix and then push the baby out. The muscles are not used often and they are suddenly working very hard, that's why it hurts so much. I don't know what precisely you mean by justification, but that's basically the reason.
Can stress cause pregnancy contractions?
yes
Can constipation cause contractions?
Yes, it is possible for constipation to cause contractions. Many pregnant women experience more Braxton Hicks contractions, which are uncomfortable but safe, when they are either constipated or suffering from large amounts of gas.
