What are the signs of premature labor?
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Dr. Deborah Raines of Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) answered:The signs of premature labor include:
- Dull, rhythmic low back pain
- Pelvic pressure
- Intermittent abdominal cramping that resembles menstrual cramps
- Regular uterine contractions with or without pain, occurring more than 4 time per hour
- Change or increase in vaginal discharge
- Urinary frequency
- Diarrhea.
If any of these sign are experienced it is important to obtain prompt treatment to slow the progression of the premature labor.
The signs of premature labor include: Dull, rhythmic low back pain Pelvic pressure Intermittent abdominal cramping that resembles menstrual cramps Regular uterine contractions with or without pain, occurring more than 4 time per hour Change... More -
Dr. Mark Lowdermilk of Swedish answered:You should be aware of signs of premature labor, and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Vaginal bleeding (except spotting after a pelvic exam)
- A gush or uncontrolled leaking of fluid from the vagina
- Sharp, constant abdominal pain
- Cramps combined with a low, dull backache that lasts more than one hour
You should be aware of signs of premature labor, and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms: Vaginal bleeding (except spotting after a pelvic exam) A gush or uncontrolled leaking of fluid from the vagina... More -
First Candle answered:It's important to know the warning signs of premature labor. Call your doctor if you have one or more of the following symptoms:
- contractions (abdomen tightening like a fist every 10 minutes or more often)
- vaginal bleeding or leaking fluid
- pelvic pressure (like your baby is pushing down)
- low, dull backache
- cramps that feel like your period
- abdominal cramps (with or without diarrhea)
It's important to know the warning signs of premature labor. Call your doctor if you have one or more of the following symptoms: contractions (abdomen tightening like a fist every 10 minutes or more often) vaginal bleeding or leaking fluid... More
