Breathing in polluted air has become a compulsion for many people these days. But try to avoid it as much as possible during pregnancy. Because the effect of polluted air is not limited to lung or respiratory problems. Rather, it also affects the development of the unborn child.
A new research conducted at Emory University in the US has revealed that fine particles in air pollution can pose a serious threat to pregnant women. Exposure to these toxic particles affects the metabolic process of a pregnant woman's body, which increases the risk of premature birth. What is
study?
Scientists at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health analyzed blood samples from 330 pregnant women.
Two specific biological substances, cortexolone and lysopropyl, were found in these samples, which show how exposure to air pollution changes the body and increases the risk of premature birth.
Children's development is affected
According to this study, air pollution disrupts the process of protein digestion and absorption in the body, which is very important for the proper development of the fetus and its immunity.
Risk of premature birth
Out of 330 women included in the study, 66 people gave birth prematurely. This rate is higher than the general American population.
Health problems in premature babies
Premature babies are at higher risk of respiratory diseases, cerebral palsy and long-term developmental problems. Because this time is considered shorter than the full gestation period, which is necessary for the development of the child. Prevention of
The main author of
study Prof. According to Donghai Liang, if we can understand how microscopic particles affect the body, we can develop helpful measures and treatments to prevent the problem of premature birth. Agency
