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•Smoking, drug abuse and alcohol use increase the possibility.

•Severe infections of the mother – in the urogenital tract especially but also systemic infections – may lead to premature labour.

•An incompetent cervix that has not been recognised and consequently sutured (stitched) might result in pregnancy coming to a sudden and early end.

•Malnourished mothers have a greater chance of giving birth prematurely.

•Deficiencies of zinc have especially been implicated in premature birth.

•Hormone imbalances may be a cause and are, to a certain extent, treatable.

•Multiple pregnancies often end sooner, probably because the womb is placed under so much more stress.

•Work hazards, like heavy physical labour, might occasionally induce prematurity.

•Mothers who suffer from chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension and kidney problems often deliver their babies early.

•Bleeding in pregnancy is associated with premature birth, especially in conditions like placenta praevia, the medical name for a low-lying placenta. One can have this in varying degrees, the worst being when the placenta has implanted over the cervix, which leads to bleeding in pregnancy, especially as the womb stretches to accommodate the growing baby.

•Undue stress in one’s relationships or daily life, especially if prolonged, might lead to premature labour.

•Very young women (teenagers) and women over the age of 35 are more inclined to premature labour, and both groups need special care from their practitioners.

•Abnormalities of the uterus might, if uncorrected, precipitate labour.