(Yuri wakes up in a hospital room after passing out from intense pain in her baby bump - and the pain was still there.)

Yuri: “So much pain…but I’m already 8 months pregnant! Don’t worry, little Amatsu! We’ll get through this together!”

(Eventually, there’s a knock on the door.)

Doctor: “Ms. Yuri?”

Yuri: “Yes, that’s me. Come in.”

(The door opens and the doctor enters the room, carrying a clipboard with medical records.)

Doctor: “Good morning, Ms. Yuri. I’m Dr. Stevens, your attending physician. How are you feeling today?”

Yuri: (grimacing) “I’m in a lot of pain, Doctor. It’s been unbearable since I passed out earlier. Is something wrong with my baby?”

Doctor: “I understand your concern, Yuri. We’ll do our best to assess the situation and make sure both you and the baby are safe. Have you experienced any complications during your pregnancy prior to this?”

Yuri: “No, everything was going well until today. The pain just suddenly became excruciating. I’m worried that it might indicate a problem.”

Doctor: I see. Let’s examine you and perform a few tests to determine the cause of your pain. We’ll do our best to provide you with an accurate diagnosis.”

(Yuri nods, her eyes filled with worry. The doctor approaches her and begins the examination. They check her vitals, listen to the baby’s heartbeat, and perform various diagnostic tests.)

Doctor: “Alright, everything seems to be stable at the moment. However, based on your symptoms, it’s possible that you may be experiencing preterm labor. We need to monitor you closely to ensure the best outcome for both you and the baby.”

Yuri: “Preterm labor? But it’s too early! Isn’t there anything we can do to stop it?”

Doctor: “I understand your concerns, Yuri. We’ll do our best to intervene and manage the situation. We may need to administer medications to delay labor and give the baby more time to develop. Additionally, we’ll closely monitor your condition and take all necessary measures to keep you both safe.”

Yuri: “Thank you, Doctor. Please, do whatever you can to help my baby. I’ll do whatever it takes to make sure they’re okay.” (starts to feel her pain intensify - but not from the medication) “OWWW!! It hurts…!”

Doctor: “Yuri, I understand that the pain is intense, but please try to stay calm. I will call for additional pain relief medication to help manage your discomfort. It’s important to remember that we’re doing everything we can to support you and your baby.”

(The doctor quickly leaves the room to get the necessary medication. Meanwhile, Yuri tries to take deep breaths and find a position that offers some relief. After a few minutes, the doctor returns with a nurse, who begins administering the pain relief medication.)

Nurse: “Alright, Yuri, I’m going to give you some pain medication through your IV. It should start taking effect soon and hopefully provide you with some relief.”

(Yuri nods weakly, holding onto her baby bump tightly. As the medication begins to take effect, the pain gradually subsides.)

Yuri: “Thank you, nurse. I appreciate your help.”

Nurse: “Of course, Yuri. We’re here to support you through this. If you need anything else, don’t hesitate to let us know.”

(Over the next few hours, the medical team continues to monitor Yuri closely. They administer medication to slow down any potential contractions and conduct further tests to assess the situation. Despite their efforts, Yuri’s pain returns periodically, causing more concern for both her and the medical team.)

Doctor: “Yuri, I’m sorry you’re still experiencing pain. It appears that your contractions are becoming more frequent and stronger, despite our interventions. We may need to consider other options and discuss the possibility of an early delivery.”

Yuri: (teary-eyed) “Please, Doctor, do whatever is best for my baby. I trust your judgement.”

Doctor: “I understand your concern, Yuri. We’ll continue monitoring you closely, but if it becomes necessary for the health and safety of you and your baby, we may have to proceed with delivery sooner than anticipated. Rest assured, we’ll provide the best care possible.”

(Yuri grips onto the hospital bed, her emotions running high. She continues to endure the pain, holding onto hope that her baby will be alright. A few days later, the doctor returns again.)