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Taking Baby Early

2 posts on this thread and the last post was on September 22nd, 2004 3:17 PM

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Kim - September 17th, 2004 12:21 PM

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My doctor has just told me that because of kidney problems they might have to take my baby early. I am only 22 weeks pregnant. He said they will wait as long as possible. Does anyone know how early the baby can be born and still survive??

Thanks,

KristinM - September 20th, 2004 10:38 PM

Usually 24 weeks and girls do better than boys.

My water broke at 24 weeks, delivered DS at 31 weeks, in hospital 3 mos. He had kidney issues DX'd at 2 wks. of age.

Hang in there. Get a 2nd opinion. Are you seeing a perinatologist and pediatric urologist?

Christine - September 22nd, 2004 3:17 PM

I've read and been told that a baby can survive at 20 weeks. I'm sure this would be very dangerous but seeing as you are further along that might make you feel safer

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