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Am i leaking amniotic fluid or is it discharge? 38 weeks, sched c-section 5/6, clear fluid have to change underwear, smells normal vagina, very thin

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Dr. Philip Hindelang answered

Need to be checked: Although having an increased amount of vaginal discharge is normal in pregnancy, any pregnant woman near term with a continuous, clear, watery discharge should be evaluated to rule out amniotic fluid.

Answered 5/4/2014

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A member asked:

Am i leaking amniotic fluid or is it discharge? 38 weeks, sched c-section 5/6, clear fluid have to change underwear, smells normal vagina, very thin

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Hindelang answered

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