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What Causes Vaginal Discharge At 38 Weeks Of Pregnancy?

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Question : I'm 38 weeks and 6 Days could this be my mucus plug Starting To Come Out?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (24 minutes later)
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Yes it may be mucous plug and this is typically seen at this period. But also it can be normal vaginal mucous discharge not related to pregnancy. In every case this isn't indicatiing begining of labour. and if there is no pain,bleeding or uterus contractions,you don't have to do anything.otherwise you should visit doctor. Wish you good health
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What Causes Vaginal Discharge At 38 Weeks Of Pregnancy?

Brief Answer: hi Detailed Answer: Yes it may be mucous plug and this is typically seen at this period. But also it can be normal vaginal mucous discharge not related to pregnancy. In every case this isn't indicatiing begining of labour. and if there is no pain,bleeding or uterus contractions,you don't have to do anything.otherwise you should visit doctor. Wish you good health