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What causes a feeling like the uterus is stretching then quickly retracts? almost like it was taking a deep breath.

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Pregnant?: or not, uterine contractions would likely feel this way. Specifics to your history might give other considerations as well.

Dr Hegab and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2019

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