Preterm labor is labor that starts before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy. It can lead to premature birth. Premature babies may face serious health risks.
Symptoms of preterm labor include
Contractions every 10 minutes or more often
Leaking fluid or bleeding from the vagina
Feeling of pressure in the pelvis
Low, dull backache
Cramps that feel like menstrual cramps
Abdominal cramps with or without diarrhea
If you think you might be having preterm labor, contact your health care provider.
NIH: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
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