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I m 37+1 week pregnant. i feel my abdomen very hard for 15/20 sec. n then it goes normal.also i have frequent bowl movements from today.is this labour?

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Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Maybe: Contractions every 3 to 5 minutes lastin 45 to 60 seconds, contractions with bleeding, or if you are leaking are signs of labor. If in doubt, go get checked.

Dr Ibrahim agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I m 37+1 week pregnant. i feel my abdomen very hard for 15/20 sec. n then it goes normal.also i have frequent bowl movements from today.is this labour?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Dr Ibrahim agreed

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