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A member asked:
40 weeks lost a piece of my mucus plug can i still have sex?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Sure: If you have a normal healthy pregnancy without a low lying placenta ( previa) then their is no danger to having intercourse. Could help you go into labor. Hope your delivery goes well.
Answered 5/10/2016
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No clear/proven risk: There is a theoretical risk that bacteria or other microorganisms from your partner or from your perineum/vulva/vagina could infect your amniotic fluid and baby even if your membranes are still intact. Good scientific recommendations are hard to find. Common sense would suggest caution, oral non-vaginal sex or the use of condom if vaginal penetration is planned ,...to be on the safe side.
Answered 6/16/2016
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