What are the causes of premature birth?

Premature birth can happen for many reasons, but sometimes the cause isn’t clear. Some common reasons for preterm birth include: * 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 – High blood pressure, diabetes, or infections can increase the risk. * 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 – Twins, triplets, and other multiples are more likely to be born prematurely. * 𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 – Teen mothers and older women may face a higher risk of premature birth. While we can’t always prevent preterm birth, early care can help both mother and baby stay healthy. Speak to your gynaecologist for guidance if you have any of these risk factors. #PrematureBirth #PretermCauses #WorldPrematurityDay