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Q: Teen mothers - medical risks
asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 24th, 2008
What are the medical and psychological risks involved in becoming a teen mother?


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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD
replied on January 30th, 2008
Teen Pregnancy Answer A3569
A teen mother is not as physically prepared as an older woman to carry a pregnancy and deliver a baby. The delivery can disturb her spine and the stability of her pelvis. The inner genitals can also suffer from further consequences.

Another more important fact is that a teen mother may not be mentally prepared to be a mother. Emotional maturity is a necessity for raising kids. If not properly prepared, a teen mother and her kids can suffer the consequences for life.


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