Once uterine contractions have begun, the female body releases several hormones that act in a positive feedback loop. The purpose of this feedback loop is to ensure continued contractions until labor is complete.
What is uterine contraction?
- There are uterine contractions that are caused by things other than underlying illnesses.
- Examples include menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth naturally, or intrauterine devices (IUD).
- It has been determined that the hormone oxytocin causes uterine contractions and labor in general.
- The body naturally produces oxytocin, but since the 1950s, it has also been sold in pharmaceutical form in a synthetic form.
- Oxytocin induces uterine contractions in both forms, hastening the labor process.
- Back and lower abdomen may feel uncomfortable or achy, and your pelvis may feel compressed during labor contractions.
- From the top to the bottom of the uterus, contractions move in waves.
- Some women compare heavy menstruation cramps to contractions.
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