Causes of frequent uterine contractions at 38 weeks of pregnancy

When a woman is 38 weeks pregnant, there are many things to pay attention to, so that there will be no impact on herself and the fetus. At this time, the female body is easily affected by the outside world, so women's diet, work and rest, and exercise should be arranged reasonably, which will be helpful to all aspects of the body. At the same time, the fetus will also have fetal movements, and pregnant women should not be too afraid. What is the reason for frequent uterine contractions at 38 weeks of pregnancy?

Causes of frequent uterine contractions at 38 weeks of pregnancy:

Some pregnant women are at high risk of premature birth. Dr. Kang Lin explained that frequent uterine contractions indicate that the uterus is less stable and there may be a risk of premature birth. There are many reasons for premature birth. The following are some common reasons and risk factors:

1. Inflammation and infection in the uterus (the most common cause).

2. Placental abnormalities: such as placenta previa and placental abruption.

3. Uterine abnormalities: such as polycornuate uterus and uterine fibroids.

4. An enlarged uterus: for example, pregnancy with multiple fetuses or excessive amniotic fluid.

5. Incompetent cervix (painless cervical dilatation).

6. Pregnant women smoke and drink.

7. The pregnant woman has a disease: such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, thyroid problems, and autoimmune diseases.

8. The pregnant woman has a history of premature birth.

9. Pregnant women engage in excessive or strenuous physical activities.

10. Pregnant women suffer serious trauma or undergo major surgery.

11. The pregnant woman is too young (less than 17 years old) or too old (greater than 35 years old).

12. The fetus itself has congenital abnormalities.

13. Unexplained premature uterine contractions.

After understanding the reasons for frequent uterine contractions at 38 weeks of pregnancy, pregnant women do not need to be afraid if this happens more frequently than usual. However, if the fetal movement is severe and very intense, it will not only affect the pregnant woman but may also cause damage to the fetus. In this case, you need to go to the hospital for examination in time and choose some conditioning methods to improve the situation.