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Is braxton hicks contractions normal to occur at 20 weeks pregnant?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

For some: Some feel cramping at this time. Some do not. If you feel your are out of the ordinary contact your obgyn for evaluation to exclude preterm labor

Answered 9/21/2014

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