Re: is this a contraction?
From: LaurieB (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 27 Jun 2002 07:19:59 -0500 (CDT)
Paula,
Menstrual type cramps can be a sign of preterm labor. If you are still
having them, please call your doctor and have it checked out. I know
it's a long distance for you to drive, but I think it is worth getting
checked out.
At Wed, 26 Jun 2002, paula wrote:
>
>i am 27, first pregnancy, currently 30w. chronic hytertension (well
>controlled). insulin dependant gestational diabetes. last OB sppt
>showed protein in urine, with no previous renal problems.
>
>i have had a few BH today, but i am now getting something else..
>
>mild menstrual cramps that come and go...is this a contraction? my
>entire belly isn't getting hard or hurting badly, just lower like i was
>going to start my period. this has happened several times. it feels
>like menstrual cramps that last for a short time, then are gone
>entirely.
>
>thanks.
>
>--
>paula
>
>--
>please feel free to email me at paulam@communicomm.com
>
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