What does a contraction feel like?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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2+ Yrs

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Typically, real labor contractions feel like a pain or pressure that starts in the back and moves to the front of your lower abdomen.

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I've been told during my level 2 scan that I have a low lying placenta, specifically 1.3 cm from the OS. I'm wondering if it's safe for me to fly. If it is safe, how far into my pregnancy can I travel by air? If flying isn't recommended, what precautions should I take?

In cases of low lying placenta with advancement in pregnancy there is higher risk of bleeding PV hence bed rest is adviced,better not to travel ,if it si cumpolsary follow your doctors advice

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I've been noticing this white sticky discharge coming from my vagina and I'm worried. I already tried some treatments, but they didn't seem to help at all. Is this something normal, or should I be concerned?

it is too much infection is there.

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I'm about 8 weeks pregnant, and this wasn't planned. My partner and I really don't feel ready for a baby right now. What options do we have?

consult gynecologist

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