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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

History and Symptoms

The symptoms of an imminent premature birth include:

• Four or more uterine contractions in one hour, before 37 weeks' gestation.
• A watery discharge from the vagina which may indicate premature rupture of the membranes surrounding the baby.
• Pressure in the pelvis or the sensation that the baby has "dropped".
• Menstrual cramps or abdominal pain.
• Pain or rhythmic tightening in lower abdomen or back.
• Vaginal spotting or bleeding.