After pregnancy, due to significant changes in various aspects of the body, seemingly small things can lead to serious problems. So, can coughing cause premature rupture of membranes?
1. Coughing may cause premature rupture of membranes. The fetus is actually covered by a layer of protective membranes, which are relatively weak. As the baby continues to grow and the amniotic fluid gradually increases, the pressure on the membranes will increase, and once the pressure exceeds a certain value, it will rupture. Coughing in pregnant women can increase abdominal pressure on the body, which can be transmitted to the membranes. If the cough is severe, it may lead to membrane rupture.
2. Symptoms of ruptured fetal membranes. The most obvious manifestation after rupture of the fetal membrane is that pregnant women feel that there is an unknown fluid flowing out of the vagina, mainly amniotic fluid. The typical early rupture is still easy to diagnose. For example, if a pregnant woman finds herself "losing control" while sleeping, it may be premature rupture of the membranes. There are also some cases where the rupture is not obvious, resulting in less liquid flowing out. This situation is easily overlooked and requires increased vigilance.
Premature rupture of membranes is still quite serious for pregnant women, which may cause bleeding, pain, and other problems. It may also damage the fetal development environment due to severe amniotic fluid flow, and in severe cases, may even lead to miscarriage or stillbirth. Therefore, pregnant women should strengthen their attention and prevention of premature rupture of membranes.
