What should I do if the membranes rupture prematurely?
If it occurs before the baby is full-term and there is premature rupture of membranes, efforts should be made to preserve the pregnancy and prolong its duration. It is necessary to rest in bed, maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia, and closely monitor the condition of vaginal discharge, contractions, and whether the mother has any infections. If more than 12 hours have passed since the rupture of membranes, antibiotics should be administered to prevent infection, which can help prevent neonatal pneumonia and also reduce the occurrence of intracranial hemorrhage in the baby, as well as decrease the incidence of chorioamnionitis and postpartum endometritis. Medications that inhibit uterine contractions should be used if contractions occur. Additionally, medications that promote the maturation of the fetal lungs should be used to prevent preterm birth, which can lead to breathing difficulties.
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