Is low amniotic fluid likely to lead to premature birth?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on January 20, 2025
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During pregnancy, if there is a reduction in amniotic fluid, it is easy for premature delivery to occur. Insufficient amniotic fluid can cause fetal hypoxia in the uterus, which may lead to frequent fetal movements and stimulate uterine contractions, resulting in premature birth. When there is a reduction in amniotic fluid, it is important to replenish it in a timely manner. This can be done by drinking more water, intravenous fluid infusion, or directly injecting saline into the amniotic cavity. To determine the best method to replenish the amniotic fluid, it is advisable to seek treatment under the guidance of a doctor and to closely monitor changes in fetal heart rate and movements.

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Preterm birth refers to how many weeks?

Premature birth refers to a baby born after the pregnancy has reached 28 weeks but before completing 37 weeks. Most of these babies weigh less than 2500 grams at birth and have poorer adaptive abilities compared to full-term babies. They require special care. Feeding premature infants can be challenging. They generally need to be fed breast milk or formula every two to four hours. Start by feeding once or twice; if there is no vomiting for six to eight hours, continue feeding some milk. Also, position the baby's head to one side to prevent inhalation of vomit.

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Is it normal for a premature baby to weigh more than five jin?

If the newborn is currently premature and weighs a bit over five jin (approximately 2.5 kilograms), it is generally considered within the normal range. Typically, if a newborn weighs more than 2500 grams, it is considered a full-term birth weight and there are no abnormalities. Therefore, if the newborn's weight is within the normal range after birth and there are no abnormalities in the development of the organs, it is possible to observe temporarily without the need for an incubator. It is also crucial to closely monitor the various vital signs of the newborn and pay attention to normal feeding and care.

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Does premature birth affect intelligence?

Premature birth generally does not affect a baby's intellectual development, as the brain is mostly well-developed by the time of premature birth, and intelligence is not greatly affected. With appropriate nutrition post-birth, the intelligence of premature babies can generally recover to that of average children. However, if the baby experiences intrauterine hypoxia during premature birth, this can affect the brain cells and may even lead to cerebral palsy. Therefore, it is important to closely monitor the baby's diet and neurological responsiveness if premature birth occurs. If there are concerns, a hospital check-up can be conducted to promptly identify any issues with the child.

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Premature birth is what it means.

Preterm birth refers to giving birth before full-term pregnancy, defined as delivery occurring between 28 and 36 weeks plus 6 days of gestation. Corresponding conditions are miscarriage and full-term delivery: before 28 weeks is termed a miscarriage, while delivery after 37 weeks is termed full-term birth. Because preterm infants already possess certain vital functions, most can survive with appropriate emergency intervention and treatment. However, the risks associated with preterm birth are relatively high and depend on the specific causes of prematurity. Some premature births are due to premature rupture of membranes, while others are medically induced, for example in cases of abruptio placentae or severe preeclampsia. Therefore, it is crucial in clinical practice to provide rational treatment for preterm labor, aiming to extend the duration of pregnancy as much as possible to avoid neonatal death.

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How many weeks early can a premature baby survive?

Preterm birth refers to births that occur after 28 weeks of pregnancy but before 37 weeks. Preterm infants have lower resistance compared to full-term infants and generally require special care to survive. The survival rate varies with the gestational age: at 32 to 33 weeks, the survival rate can reach 95%; at 28 to 31 weeks, it is between 90% and 95%; at 26 weeks, it is around 80%; and at 27 weeks, it is about 90%. After 34 weeks of pregnancy, the survival rate of the baby is very high, almost the same as that of a full-term baby.