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I had a c-section october 2012 iam currently a few weeks pregnant. do i have to get a c-section or can i have a natural birth?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Birth: This is a decision that you and your obstetrician will make at the time of delivery.

Answered 1/5/2014

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