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I am 37 weeks been having cramps and low back pain. i went to labor and delivery 4 days ago i was contracting every 2 to 3 minutes but i wasn't dialating?

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False labor: Once you start dilating, you're considered in labor. After 4 cm, you're considered in active labor.

Dr Armstrong agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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