Raynaud's is a fairly rare disorder of the blood vessels supplying the skin. During a Raynaud's attack, the blood vessels narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas. It makes parts of your body (usually fingers, toes, nose and ears) feel numb and cool in cold temperatures or under stress.
PPROM is associated with 30-40% of preterm deliveries and is the leading identifiable cause of preterm delivery. PPROM complicates 3% of all pregnancies and occurs in approximately 150,000 pregnancies yearly in the United States.
Having a baby prematurely can lead to complications. Some newborns may develop physical or intellectual disabilities if infections are not addressed. Two common infections include bacterial vaginosis (BV) and urinary tract infections (UTIs). At the moment itâs not clear why they can cause preterm labor.