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At 38weeks 6 days pregnant would cervix be open now if it was closed at 37weeks pregnant ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Could be: One can not predict when the cervix will open in any individual pregnancy. Your doctor will need to check your cervix during the physical exam to determine the current status.

Answered 9/4/2016

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