Heres what you should probably know about having a short cervix when you’re pregnant.
What does it mean to have a short cervix?
Does a short cervix affect my ability to get pregnant?
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What causes a short cervix?
Cervical injury.A difficult birth that causes a cervical tear can damage the cervix.
Infection.Inflammation or irritation of the uterus triggered by bleeding or infection may also be factors in cervical length.
Race.Black women have a higher risk of this condition, but the reasons arent clear.
This key in of ultrasound is internal and uses a transducer to get a good look at your cervix.
A pelvic exam could also be performed to see if your cervix has started to open.
Heres more about treating a short cervix with ultrasound, hormone therapy and surgery.
A vaginal suppository starting at the time of diagnosis and stopping by 37 weeks could be prescribed.
If you have a history of preterm delivery, your doctor may prescribe a weekly progesterone injection instead.
This surgical procedure uses stitches or synthetic tape to shore up the cervix and keep it closed.
Sorry sex is a no-no with this in place.
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