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Why would a woman need to have a c-section?

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Many reasons: There are many reasons why women have c-sections. Some of them include failure to dilate/progress in labor, the baby's inability to tolerate labor, non-cephalic presentation, placenta previa, HIV or active herpes, or a previous myomectomy. Discuss your concerns with your doctor.

Answered 2/4/2017

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C/S: A c-section is done when there are medical indications for the mother or the baby.

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