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Premature Babies

Condition: Preterm birth (premature babies)

Cause:

Many factors may expose a pregnant woman to premature birth. They include:

Having a previous premature birth
Pregnancy with twins, triplets, or other multiples
Some chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes
Some infections (inflammations).
Pregnancy at a young age.
Lifestyle and habits (e.g. Smoking, stress, anxiety).
Premature detachment of the placenta, or induction of effective uterine contractions before the end of pregnancy.

Health problems associated with preterm birth:

Most of the health problems in premature babies are caused by premature birth before the functions of various organs in the body are completed. These babies must be provided with medical assistance using various devices and medicines to help them overcome this period. These health problems include: