Re: cervix 'sweep'
From: John Essien MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 31 May 2003 16:55:04 -0500 (CDT)
This is not such a common practice, but often brings positive results.
You should be prepared for it by yopur doctor.
At Sat, 31 May 2003, Melanie wrote:
>
>How common is this? Do doctors normally tell you if it's being done? My
>last cervix check (3 cm) was rather uncomfortable and took longer.. with
>some spotting after. Just curious.
>
>--
>Melanie
>37 weeks
>
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John Essien, M.D. SOCOG
Camaguey, Cuba; Basseterre, St. Kitts
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