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Diarrhea every other day for weeks, 25 weeks preg, 3rd preg. contractions on and off.could be preterm labor?

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Dr. Janice Alexander answered

It's possible: It could also mean that you have a bowel problem. The best thing to do is see a Provider and get checked out!

Answered 7/21/2014

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A member asked:

Diarrhea every other day for weeks, 25 weeks preg, 3rd preg. contractions on and off.could be preterm labor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Janice Alexander answered

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