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18 weeks pregnant. dr. felt pressure on my cervix. will this pressure cause me to dialate or go into preterm labor?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not enough info: Feeling pressure on a cervix is not a true clinical assessment or diagnosis. I would ask your doctor what they meant by that statement and if any follow-up tests are needed.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/25/2023

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