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Results 1 - 10 of 63 for Premature birth
  1. Insufficient cervix 
    ... in a pregnancy. This could cause miscarriage or premature birth. ... If there is a threat of premature birth, your provider may suggest bed rest . However, this has not been proven to prevent loss of pregnancy, and may result in complications ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000595.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Preterm labor 
    ... your provider if you have had a previous premature birth. ... an exam to see if you are having preterm labor. An exam will check to see if your ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000486.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Premature infant 
    ... the cause of preterm labor is unknown. Some premature births are multiple pregnancies, such as twins or triplets. ... and good prenatal care reduces the chance of premature birth. Premature labor can sometimes be treated or delayed ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001562.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome 
    Taking steps to prevent premature birth can help prevent neonatal RDS. Good prenatal care and regular checkups beginning as soon as a woman discovers she is ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001563.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Sudden infant death syndrome 
    ... triplet, or member of a larger multiple birth) Premature birth Having a brother or sister who had SIDS ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001566.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Neonatal abstinence syndrome 
    ... These may include: Birth defects Low birth weight Premature birth Small head circumference Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007313.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Apnea of prematurity 
    ... who were born before 37 weeks of pregnancy ( premature birth). Most premature babies have some degree of apnea because the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007227.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Death among children and adolescents 
    ... that were present at birth Conditions due to premature birth (short gestation) Accidents (unintentional injuries) 1 to 4 ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001915.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Benefits of breastfeeding 
    ... or cleft palate) Problems with sucking Digestive problems Premature birth Small size Weak physical condition You may have ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000639.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Retinopathy of prematurity 
    ... this condition is to take steps to avoid premature birth. Preventing other problems of prematurity may also help prevent ROP.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001618.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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