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Premature Birth
Infants born before 37 weeks of gestation are considered premature. Most "premies" spend time in the hospital after birth to assure full development and health.
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What celebrities are Australian?
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Nicole kidman
Hugh jackman
heath ledger (dec.)
toni colette
Jesse Spencer
Sophie monc
gemma ward (model)
Can children be born seven months apart by the same mother?
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Yes, if one is born premature.
What is the earliest week a baby can be born without complications?
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There's nothing set in stone. Normally after 37 weeks a baby is concidered full term but could still have some unexpected complications. Before 37 weeks doctors are generally prepared for a baby who is likely to have complications but often even a 35 week baby will be delivered without complications.
What is the solution to a cervix opening while you are 5 month's pregnant?
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The best solution would be to find out the cause of premature labor. Having a bladder, kidney, vaginal or uterine infection can all cause premature labor. Curing the infection may be all that is needed.
Some times the doctor is not able to determine what caused labor to begin early. For some women bed rest will prevent the onset of labor when premature effacement and dilation threaten a pregnancy. Some women will need bed rest and medication such as Magnesium Sulfate, this is given through an IV. There are also oral medications used to decrease the frequency of contractions that may be helpful.
A procedure called a cervical cerclage is usually performed between 12-14 weeks of pregnancy. However, some women may need a cerclage placed later in pregnancy, after changes such as opening or shortening of the cervix have already begun. Under anesthesia the doctor places a band of strong thread around the cervix, to hold the cervix firmly closed. It is usually removed at 37 weeks.
1 cm dilated 100 percent effaced and baby is fully engaged How much longer do you have?
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There is no way to accurately predict when you will have your baby
What is an incubator and what does it help do in the nicu?
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An incubator is an equipment used to give warmth to a premature baby since they have a thermo-regulatory problems.
What is the percentage of premature births in America?
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12 % of babies born are premature
What is the nearest meaning of premature?
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Mature or ripe before the proper time; as, the premature fruits of a hotbed., Happening, arriving, existing, or performed before the proper or usual time; adopted too soon; too early; untimely; as, a premature fall of snow; a premature birth; a premature opinion; premature decay., Arriving or received without due authentication or evidence; as, a premature report.
Where are premature babies placed after birth?
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In Britain, premature babies are placed in an incubator, in which a constant temperature is maintained, and life functions are recorded. Liquid feed and oxygen can also be given when needed. Premature babies are subjected to intensive care until they achieve a suitable body weight and development, and can live outside the incubator.
When a baby is born at 18 weeks and the baby is dead how long should baby stay with mom?
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The baby should remain with the mom until she is comfortable letting him or her go. This is the mother's only chance to hold, snuggle and look at her child. She may want to bathe the baby and dress him or wrap him in blankets. She may want photos taken or she may want her baby baptized. This should not be rushed and a grief counselor maybe needed to help the parents through this tragic event.
Is the first male ejaculation always premature?
Asked by Gizmo7
No not for all males.
Premature ejaculation is caused by anxiety, and hyper sensitivity. Obviously when a male for the first time either masterbates or has sex may find the excitement and stimulus too much that it may lead to a very quick ejaculation, which of course is very normal. The next experience may or may not be as quick but will settle down after a few times of either act has passed.
What is the growth of an individual from conception to birth?
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the period of time between conception and birth is called the "gestation period"
How do incubators reduce infection?
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They don't really reduce infection. Incubators keep newborns warm. Newborns, especially preemies, are very inefficient at keeping their body temperature regulated.
What are some of the risk factors for prematurity or premature birth?
Asked by GaleEncyofMedicine
Prematurity is much more common in multiple pregnancy and for mothers who have a history of miscarriages or who have given birth to a premature infant in the past.
Is there anything you can do about your husband's problem with premature ejaculation?
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== == Many men have premature ejaculation and it can happen if they are over-worked, under stress, have diabetes or heart problems and perhaps it's their age as well. If your husband refuses to see your family doctor, then you can see the doctor and ask what can be done about this. It's best to find the solution so both of you are happy. Please don't jump the gun and get "Viagra" as this drug can cause so many serious complications in men such as birth control pill or Hormone Replacement in women. It's not worth it! If in doubt go on: google.com Then type in "the dangers of Viagra." Quick fixes are usually just that. While many men have been happy about their new gained prowess from taking Viagra there is always that "pay back time" down the road and it can cause many health problems. ???????????????? What is described above is more like "lack of ejaculation". I think what the wife is asking about is PREMATURE ejaculation. When she and her husband begin sexual activity, he ejaculates rather quickly and is "done" while the wife is just getting started. In answer to her question, there is somethhing that he can do to maintain an erection longer and not ejaculate as quickly. In any drug store or where they sell condoms, K-Y jelly, and other sex related products, there is also creams you can buy to help with this problem. I believe there is one called "Maintain". Applied to the glans of a mans penis, it slightly numbs the head and shaft of the penis, thereby allowing more physical stimulation to the penis and "postponing" the ejaculation. This gives the man more time to be intimate with his wife while maintaing an erection. == ==
Why are premature babies so skinny?
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It's because they are underweight. Premature babies are smaller than full term babies and are more fraigile. That is why preemies have to stay in the hospital depending on their size and weight because they need to gain more weight until they are at least five lbs so they are less fraile. A very skinny baby with ribs showing is not a healthy weight for a newborn baby so weight gain is nessisary for undeweight or preemie babies.
