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Q: How Early Can You Get Braxton Hicks?

asked by: zazu24 on August 19th, 2007

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I am 20wks and experiencing stomach cramps and tightness, I dont know what it is and the last for 5mins and are bout 8mins apart. I am not in agony but i am feeling discomfort. Please help

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monkeygirl22

replied on August 19th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

I would call your doctor or go to the emergency room. You should not get more than four braxton hicks in one hour.

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