Babies born prematurely: What to know

The article was consulted professionally by Master, Dr. Nguyen Thi An – Pediatrician – Newborn – Pediatrics – Infant – Share99 Ha Long International Health Hub

Babies born extremely prematurely do not have enough time to develop completely, so their health is very weak, susceptible to dangerous and life-threatening diseases.

1. What is premature birth?

A normal pregnancy will last about 38-40 weeks. Premature babies are babies born between the 32nd week and before the 37th week of pregnancy. Babies born before the 32nd week are called very premature babies, before 28 weeks are extremely premature.

2. What to keep in mind when there is a risk of premature birth?

Pregnant women at risk of extremely premature birth will be discussed more carefully by doctors about the viability of the baby. The ability of babies to live extremely prematurely depends on a lot of factors such as gestational age, gender, weight. It is important for pregnant women to understand that babies born prematurely, even if they are likely to survive, are at increased risk for serious and prolonged health problems. Because they do not have enough time to fully develop, premature babies often have physical and mental disabilities that require special medical care.

3. Health risks for premature babies

The older a child is born, the higher the risk of health problems, including:

  • Development retretness
  • Difficulties in communication and pronunciation
  • Difficulty in hearing
  • Digestive system problems
  • Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
  • Bleeding in the brain
  • be infected
  • Problems with body temperature control
  • Cerebral palsy and other neurological problems

Premature birth

The more premature babies are, the higher their risk of health problems

4. Methods for the prevention of premature birth

Pregnant women at risk of extremely premature birth may be prescribed medications that help with lung growth (corticosteroids) or medications that support pregnancy prolongity. If a pregnant woman between weeks 24 and 34 is suspected to be capable of giving birth in the next week, a dose of corticosteroids may be given to help accelerate lung development as well as other fetal bodies.

Pregnant women with symptoms of premature birth may be prescribed drugs called tocolytics. It is a drug that slows down or stops contractions of the uterus, preventing labor for about 2-7 days. Tocolytics in combination with corticosteroids are intended to extend the time for corticosteroids to come into play, extend the time for the lungs and other fetal bodies to develop, or to allow enough time for the pregnant woman to move to another hospital with adequate special care equipment for premature babies.

5. Survival of premature babies

Many hospitals have specialty care units for babies, also known as infant intensive care units. If babies born prematurely at birth are cared for in this unit, they are more likely to live. The infant intensive care department specializes in caring for babies with serious health problems, so the department is fully equipped with advanced medical equipment, has well-trained, intensive and experienced doctors and nurses in the care of premature babies. Premature babies can be cared for by a team of biomedies, doctors specializing in the treatment of health problems of babies and nurses and nurses.

6. What to do when there is a risk of premature birth?

Premature babies need special care, if they do not respond to treatment, they may die immediately after birth. Your team of doctors will talk to you about options that are appropriate for your child's condition. It is possible that the baby will not be able to live without an artificial res breathe machine. Doctors will advise you on the best option with the child.

What to do when there is a risk of premature birth?

Process of caring for and nurturing premature babies at Share99 International Health Hub

At Share99 International Health Hub, the process of caring for and nurturing premature babies in particular and babies with general diseases brings the same efficiency as advanced countries, increasing the chances of cure and healthy living for premature babies, increasing opportunities for families with rare diseases. Share99 is the only hospital in the North that has saved the life of premature babies 24 weeks.

Master. physician. Nguyen Thi An nguyen is the Head of Pediatrics Department, Quang Ninh General Health Hub, who is very passionate about health care for children and successfully treats many difficult cases. Currently, he is a Pediatrician – Newborn – Newborn Department of Share99 Ha Long International Health Hub.

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About: John Smith

b1ffdb54307529964874ff53a5c5de33?s=90&r=gI am the author of Share99.net. I had been working in Vinmec International General Hospital for over 10 years. I dedicate my passion on every post in this site.

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