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My mother says that before she gave birth to me she had to take a needle to postpone the birth. is that possible?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Preterm Labor: Yes. stoping preterm labor is very common and her scenario is absolutely possible.

Dr Dinhofer agreed

Answered 6/9/2014

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