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Had membranes swept at 39w 3d now im 39w 6d and having mild contractions should i go into the hospital asap or wait it out till they get stronger?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Labor warnings: You can contact your doctor and ask for specific advice in your case. As a general rule contractions 5 minutes apart for at least an hour may be an indication of labor.

Answered 2/24/2014

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A member asked:

Had membranes swept at 39w 3d now im 39w 6d and having mild contractions should i go into the hospital asap or wait it out till they get stronger?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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