Eight and a half months of amniotic fluid breaking is considered preterm?

Patient's question:

It's very frightening when this happens. I often experience lower abdominal pain and don't know how to solve it, so I came here for consultation. Is it considered premature labor if the amniotic fluid breaks at eight and a half months?

Doctor's answer:

This eight and a half months, this can definitely be considered for delivery. This usually doesn't have too many fetal problems after birth, but it's essential to strengthen nursing care. Based on your description, it seems you are close to delivery, which falls under the late stage of pregnancy. Generally, it's necessary to increase nutrition, supplement vitamins and trace elements, and follow a diet that is easy to digest and absorb, while avoiding harmful stimuli.

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