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31 weeks pregnant, 1 cm dilated, on meds to stop contractions. i was told to drink gallons of water. this isn't safe so how much should i be drinking.

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How many : Gallons and how do you know it is unsafe. Discuss concerns with treating doctor

Answered 5/27/2015

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