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Will exogenous oxytocin cause uterine contractions in nonpregnant women?

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Same token: Endogenous oxytocin release during orgasm can cause uterine contractions; by the same token, exogenous oxytocin can cause uterine contractions outside pregnancy.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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