Under what circumstances will the amniotic fluid break

The amniotic fluid usually breaks when a pregnant woman is about to give birth in the late stages of pregnancy. However, sometimes the amniotic fluid may break first. The stimulation of the fetal membrane may cause the amniotic fluid to break first. In addition, if the fetal membrane is underdeveloped, it may also cause premature rupture of the amniotic fluid. In this regard, you must pay attention. It is best to avoid the problem of premature rupture of the amniotic fluid before the due date.

Why does the amniotic fluid break first?

1. The cervix of the pregnant woman relaxes, which stimulates the fetal membrane and causes premature rupture of amniotic fluid.

2. Hypoplasia of the fetal membrane, such as the presence of amnion-chorioamnionitis, causes excessive pressure in the amniotic cavity, leading to premature rupture of the amniotic membrane.

3. Malposition of the fetus, narrow pelvis, cephalopelvic disproportion, polyhydramnios, multiple pregnancy, etc. can all increase the pressure in the amniotic cavity and cause premature rupture of membranes.

4. Improper sexual intercourse during pregnancy can cause amniotic-chorionic infection, especially the prostaglandins in semen can induce uterine contractions, resulting in uneven pressure in the amniotic cavity and causing premature rupture of membranes.

5. Some other factors can also cause premature rupture of membranes, such as severe coughing during pregnancy, sudden laughter or anger, and doing heavy physical work, which can cause a sharp increase in abdominal pressure, causing the fetal membrane to rupture and the amniotic fluid to flow out of the vagina.

The dangers of premature rupture of membranes

1. Premature birth

The fetal membrane is a protective membrane for the fetus. If the membrane ruptures prematurely, the amniotic fluid will flow out prematurely and lose its protective effect on the fetus. After the amniotic fluid flows out, the uterus will become smaller, which will constantly stimulate uterine contraction. If the fetus is not full-term at this time, premature birth will occur. The organs of premature babies are not fully developed, their weight is low, their living ability is poor, and they are very likely to die.

2. Intrauterine distress

If the water breaks before labor begins and the fetal presenting part is not determined, the umbilical cord will prolapse along with the amniotic fluid, causing distress to the fetus in the uterus.

3. Hypoxia and delayed labor

If too much amniotic fluid flows out, the uterus will stick close to the fetus's body, stimulating the uterus to cause uncoordinated uterine contractions, thereby affecting the progress of labor and placental blood circulation, leading to dystocia and fetal hypoxia.

4. Mother-to-child infection

The longer it takes for the membranes to rupture, the greater the chance of intrauterine infection. If the fetus inhales infected amniotic fluid, it can cause aspiration pneumonia. In addition, mothers are also prone to infection during delivery or postpartum infection.

The above is the editor’s compilation of relevant information on the reasons for amniotic fluid rupture. I believe it will be helpful to everyone. When pregnant women find something wrong with their bodies, they must pay more attention to the changes in their bodies so as not to let these changes affect their children. It can also effectively prevent some diseases, just like doing prenatal checkups during pregnancy, which has the same effect.