Extremely preterm birth is really a very hard time for both mum and new born. Some causes are:- 1. Infection (most common) An infection in the mother or inside the womb can cause the body to go into labour early. Examples: • Urinary tract infection (UTI) that spreads • Vaginal infections • Infection of the amniotic sac (chorioamnionitis) These infections often weaken the membranes and cause water to break early. ⸻ 2. Cervical insufficiency This is when the cervix opens too early without pain. It

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