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40wk3days pregnant im dilated to 3. lower back pain n menstrual cramping. had my membrane stripped a day ago.why is my obgyn inducing me?
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Induction 40 weeks: There are many good medical reasons for induction at 40 weeks, but they involve some reason to worry about either the mom or the baby. You have not given any such information: it's be a great idea to ask your OB what his/her reasons are.
Answered 9/18/2014
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