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I am 38 weeks pregnant and loss my mucous plug. should i call my doctor?

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Follow dr's advice: Some OB doctors might want to know if you have lost your mucus plug. A good rule of thumb is to go to the hospital if you are contracting every 5-7 minutes, if your water breaks, if you have a flow of blood, or if your baby is moving less than usual.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 1/21/2015

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