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A member asked:
Can i ask my doctor to give me a membrane sweep at 37 weeks. i'm 3 cm already how likely is he to agree to one n what r the chances of it working?
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Discuss it: You can certainly discuss it with your doctor. He/she will give you the pros and cons of the procedure.
Answered 9/28/2016
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