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If i have a tilted cervix and the driver said the baby's head is very low but in front of the cervix-how can my cervix dilate and efface?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: The head will apply pressure to the cervix.

Answered 2/19/2013

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A member asked:

If i have a tilted cervix and the driver said the baby's head is very low but in front of the cervix-how can my cervix dilate and efface?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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