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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Answered 04/07/2025

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My USG report shows a bulky anteverted uterus with a thick midline endometrium of 10.1mm and well-apposed. The length is 8.71cm and width 4.70cm. I also have PCOD. I'm really worried does this mean I'll struggle to have a baby or need surgery? I'm only 21 and scared about what this means for my fertility.

kindly consult an endocrinologist for further amanagent and evaluation of pcod

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