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A member asked:

I lost the rest of my mucus plug last nyt and now my back and hips r killing me how ever i lie down or sit what dose this mean i am 39 weeks tomoz?

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Dr. Erine Kupetsky answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get checked!: Joint pain during the last month is normal due to relaxin. If u lost ur plug you may deliver in 1-2 weeks or sooner. Best to get checked (cervical exam) to determine if ur dilated and effaced.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/28/2014

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