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39 weeks pregnant, shortness of breath( weezing), contractions , mucus plug gone, but has not burst yet should i be concerned?

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Dr. Liza Kunz answered

Yes: If you are wheezing you should be concerned as this is not a normal symptom of term pregnancy. Call your doctor for evaluation.

Answered 4/13/2013

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A member asked:

39 weeks pregnant, shortness of breath( weezing), contractions , mucus plug gone, but has not burst yet should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liza Kunz answered

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