This information is for pregnant women whose waters have broken (the membranes around the baby have ruptured).
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This information is to help you to watch for the signs of infection when you go home.
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You will need to do the following:
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- watch the colour of your vaginal loss each time you change a pad
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- be aware of your baby's movements
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- take your temperature and pulse every 4 hours and write it down in the chart that you were given
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- if you were given antibiotics, take them as prescribed until all tablets are gone.
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If at any time:
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- you feel unwell (ie experience flu like symptoms)
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- your temperature goes above 37.4 celsius
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- your pulse is greater than 100 beats per minute
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- you have a bright red vaginal loss
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- there is a change in the colour or odour of your vaginal loss
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- you start to have pains or contractions of the uterus/womb
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- your baby does not move as much as it has been moving
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- you have any changes that concern you.
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Telephone the Royal Women's Hospital on (03) 8345 2000 and we will talk about what you should do.
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Important things to remember
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- It is not suitable for you to have a bath or go swimming with ruptured membranes.
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- Eat and drink as you need to ensure hydration and energy
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- It is important that you do not have sexual intercourse when your membranes have ruptured
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You must attend day assessment and clinic appointments as arranged each week.
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Remember, if you have any queries or concerns, do not hesitate to ring us at any time. The midwives are available 24 hrs a day or contact Emergency on (03) 8345 3636.
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Disclaimer
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The Royal Women’s Hospital does not accept any liability to any person for the information or advice (or use of such information or advice) which is provided in this fact sheet or incorporated into it by reference. We provide this information on the understanding that all persons accessing it take responsibility for assessing its relevance and accuracy. Women are encouraged to discuss their health needs with a health practitioner. If you have concerns about your health, you should seek advice from your health care provider or if you require urgent care you should go to the nearest Emergency Dept.
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Last updated Jan 2008
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