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The Usage of antibiotic to delay premature birth bring in controversy among experts in UK. Some researchers found that this practical can cause harmful effect for the baby in long term.

Contra Opinion

According to them, this harmful effect, including disruption Cerebral Palsy (CP) – namely interference in balance and motoric, as well as defects in hearing and vision. These disturbances are not only attacking the baby as a newborn, but also have opportunity to take place until the baby were grown. This discussion is springing back in the UK after the boom prescribing antibiotic to pregnant women who have not broken fetal membraine, with the intent to delay the birth of premature baby. Besides, this antibiotic should not be given routinely, moreover if the pregnant women are not having infected and their fetal membrane’s water are still not broke.

Pro Opinion

According to those who said that giving antibiotic to pregnant women are safe, one reason is the research conducted by Medical Research Council (MRC) for 7 years. Theh have researched a number of 3196 children whose their mothers are given antibiotics (erythromycin or co-amoxiclav) during pregnancy. Both types of these antibiotics are believed can treated primary infection that can cause the mother gave birth prematurely.

The Conclusion

If the mother was diagnosed with an infection that can cause premature birth, the MRC said that it doesn’t matter to give her the antibiotic, because it is expected to save the lives. However a clear thing, if you are a mother… avoid the usage of antibiotic with bungling while pregnant and always consult with your obstetrician, what type of antibiotic that is safe for your womb!