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I'm 33 weeks peregnant. i have dr appoint. in 2 days . i get sharp pain like electric or nife down there my vegina since last weekdoes this mean the head is engaged . my baby does move but much less than b4?

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Dr. Geoffrey Schnider answered

Pregnancy pain: What you describe is commonly associated with pressure or irritation of pelvic nerves, resulting in episodic electric shock-like sensations in the vagina. Not to worry unless you are experiencing contractions.

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Answered 11/10/2012

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A member asked:

I'm 33 weeks peregnant. i have dr appoint. in 2 days . i get sharp pain like electric or nife down there my vegina since last weekdoes this mean the head is engaged . my baby does move but much less than b4?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Schnider answered

Dr Livingston and 2 doctors agreed

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