Braxton Hicks contractions
/ˌbrakstən ˈhɪks
/plural noun Medicine
Intermittent weak contractions of the uterus occurring during pregnancy.Tightenings of the uterus, known as Braxton Hicks contractions, become stronger in the third trimester....
- The Braxton Hicks contractions only help to prepare, or exercise, the uterus for labor and delivery.
- The majority of pregnant women experience Braxton Hicks contractions during different stages of pregnancy.
Origin
Early 20th century: named after John Braxton Hicks (1823–97), English gynaecologist.
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