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I am 1 week 3 days postpartum. my lochia slowed down then got heavy again, i have also been having some stomach pain, should i call my ob today?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Yes: The call should be placed to your OB MD for the stomach pain as there may be an infection present.

Answered 2/15/2015

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A member asked:

I am 1 week 3 days postpartum. my lochia slowed down then got heavy again, i have also been having some stomach pain, should i call my ob today?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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