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To help reduce your risk of preterm labor and delivery, do the following:
To reduce the risk of preterm labor progressing to preterm delivery, learn the signs of preterm labor. Call your doctor immediately if you have any signs of preterm labor or any unusual feelings.
References:
Preterm labor. University of Michigan Health System website. Available at: http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/wha/wha_ptl_crs.htm . Accessed September 23, 2005.
What can I do to reduce my risk of having a premature baby? March of Dimes website. Available at: http://www.marchofdimes.com/prematurity/13454_5811.asp . Accessed September 23, 2005.
Last reviewed June 2007 by Jeff Andrews, MD
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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