Childbirth is a complex and sometimes unpredictable process. Their course is difficult to predict. In some women, they pass quickly and begin suddenly, in others they proceed more slowly. And what to do when the water leaves, but there are no contractions? Is it dangerous?
Is this normal?
Many are interested in the following question: "What first: contractions or water depart?" Everything is individual and depends on some features of the cervix, as well as on the location of the fetus in the womb. So, if the baby’s head is too low, the fetal membranes may burst, and the amniotic fluid will spill out. And this is quite normal if the contractions follow almost immediately. Then labor will be normal and active, the baby will appear in the very near future. But if the water leaves, and there are no contractions for two to four hours, then it’s worth the alarm, since a child without amniotic fluid in the womb can live about 12-15 hours.
Causes
Why did this happen? If the water leaves, but there are no contractions, then this could happen under the influence of several factors:
- polyhydramnios;
- intrauterine infections;
- multiple pregnancy;
- pathology of the structure of the uterus or cervix.
Possible risks
Is there a threat to the life of the child? Yes, if water leaves without fights, then it can be dangerous. Here are a few outcomes:
- The uterus will decrease in size and move slightly. And this can affect the normal course of labor.
- If the child will be without amniotic fluid for a long time (after all, there is oxygen in it, which the fetus breathes), then hypoxia can begin. And this condition is harmful to the brain and nervous system and can threaten the life of the crumbs.
- In most cases, labor after depletion of amniotic fluid slows down and may even fade away completely.
- When the integrity of the membranes is violated, bacteria and other pathogenic organisms from the external environment can freely penetrate the fetus. There is a risk of infection.
- When an amniotic fluid is poured out, placental abruption and disruption of the fetal nutrition process can occur, which can be dangerous.
What to do?
What to do if the water leaves, but there are no contractions? One must certainly go to the maternity hospital. Better yet, call a doctor and report your condition over the phone so that doctors take along the funds to stimulate labor and labor.
When the pregnant woman enters the hospital, she will certainly undergo an ultrasound scan to assess the condition of the baby and the placenta. Depending on the results and the gestation period, a decision will be made. Here are a few options:
- If the period is short, then attempts will be made to maintain pregnancy. In case of failure, the baby will be injected with drugs to accelerate the development and opening of the lungs.
- If the period is normal, then doctors will try to cause contractions with the help of medicines.
- If uterine contractions have begun, then childbirth will usually proceed. But it is important that the anhydrous period does not exceed 12-15 hours.
- If there is no uterine activity and the cervix is not open, then a cesarean section will be performed.
May the birth be successful, and the baby will be born healthy!