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When does the placenta start to deteriorate?

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Dr. Margaret Troxell answered

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After delivery : As soon as the physician delivers the placenta is delivered

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Answered 10/5/2017

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A member asked:

When does the placenta start to deteriorate?

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Dr. Margaret Troxell answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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