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I'm 36wks and 1 day preg, only a "fingertip" dilated but thinned out already, plus baby is positioned. can my water break and i not be dilated?

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Yes: If it does break go directly to the hospital after contacting your OB and do not wait for contractions to avoid infection.

Dr Kunz agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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