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February 2nd, 2008
If you have not gone into labor within 48 hours after losing your mucus plug; Is there a chance of getting an infection? Shocked
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monkeygirl22
replied February 2nd, 2008
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No, your mucous plug can regenerate itself. There's no risk unless your water was to break. Then you would need to deliver within 48 hours. How far along are you?
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1valla
replied February 2nd, 2008
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I am at 38 weeks!!!
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The Mrs
replied February 2nd, 2008
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No, you can't get an infection. Every woman and every pregnancy will be different. Some women lose it weeeeeks before they deliver, while some lose it a day or two before.

Good luck on your delivery when it happens!
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1valla
replied February 2nd, 2008
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Thank you for your message!!! It feels like I could go at anytime with the menstrual cramping and pains. But I have heard that it can last for weeks.
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monkeygirl22
replied February 2nd, 2008
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Oh yeah, you'll be feeling that until the very end. Have you dilated any yet?
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1valla
replied February 2nd, 2008
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As of last Wednesday, I had dilated 1cm. Since my mucous plug fell out, my body has experienced several changes. It feels like it is in full gear, for sure!!!
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