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Im 34 weeks and feeling pressure in my private area and tightness what does that mean?
6 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Preterm labor?: Sounds concerning for preterm labor - please go to the emergency room of your maternity hospital to be properly evaluated and managed.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Could bcola or: Pressure and tightness are non-specific and could be consistent with contractions. Get off your feet and hydrate--if symptoms persist for longer than an hour, advise your primary ob.
Answered 12/18/2014
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Call your doctor: Could be normal progress late in pregnancy, with the baby descending and having some uterine activity. It also could represent preterm labor, uti, or other.
Answered 4/1/2013
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Probably normal: Those are common symptoms which may be normal but may also represent preterm labor. It is important to see your OB and have an exam to rule out preterm labor.
Answered 6/17/2015
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