1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Cervix dilation during labor

Cervix dilation during labor

I am in 38 weeks 3 days pregnant. My doctor advised me to admit next Wednesday (39 weeks 3 days) in the hospital. If it doesn't naturally dilate they will induce it on that day. Is there anyway to dilate the cervix naturally?

417 Views v

No . ...  Read More

My wife is in 9th month pregnant.. 32 weeks completed.. How to check cervix is dilated or not? Will it dilate oly during labour time or before 2 to 3 weeks itself or is it the sign of labour that is going to happen within 24 hours

846 Views v

Process of dilatation will start after onset of labor pains ...  Read More

Iam 39 weeks 3 days pregnent. Can I go in to labor without opening cervix? Can I deliver normally? Iam very upset

917 Views v

Do some squatting exercises Wait for labour to set in ...  Read More

It's a been a year planning for baby ,As per the doctor suggestion that need to go for cervix dilation and hysteroscopy as I'm so much worry about pain ,need a suggestion . Thank you

144 Views v

The history is insufficient to comment anything. Kindly consult to share complete history with reports to get appropriate advice ...  Read More

My due date is 30 July..On 7 July my cervix is 2 cm dilated... Today also dilation is 2cm only... Is there any way to induce labor? Is sex safe during this time? I have read that sex can induce labor... But my cervix is 2cm open so sex is safe or not ?.

1287 Views v

Discuss with ur gynaec ...  Read More

What is the reason for cervix not opened in second pregnancy. Already 38 weeks pregnant Doct says it's not open 1-2" also when she checked 3-4. Days back but I have tightness in abdomen and lower groin pain. Back ache and rectum pressure. Since 2 days white discharge is also there.

967 Views v

It’s only 38 weeks now. Pls wait. Sometimes cervix opens with labour pains ...  Read More

I went to go get an IUD implanted yesterday, but unfortunately my uterus was too shallow (5cm) to insert the IUD. My doctor still said that I should not have sex for a week, as she had to dilate my cervix to measure the depth of my uterus. Given that I do not have the IUD inside, may I have sex less than a week from when I went to the doctor? Would

...

695 Views v

There are always chances that you may become pregnant depending on what phase of cycle you are and therefore your doctor must have told you to abstain from sex ...  Read More

Hi all. I am in 36 weeks and had leg cramps and back ache yesterday so went to doctor today and she said labour pain has started and mentioned in the report as 2cm dilation. She did NST and sent me back saying when you get severe pain come to hospital and also informed that I am having blood mucus discharge she said dilation is happening once you

...

449 Views v

Will depend how strong contractions u hv ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, I am currently 33w+4 pregnant with high chance of pre term delivery. I was diagnosed with an insufficient cervix in 26w and funnelling which is now only 0.5cm left. I have an Arabin pessary. Amniotic sac is bulging through the funnelling .I had a small leak in 27w which is stopped after that.Cervix is dilated a bit ,doctors are not

...

142 Views v

You should be in the hospital till you have a safe delivery. The membranes can rupture any moment and it may be too late to reach the hospital. ...  Read More

My height is 143cm. I am in my 38 week and I had a scan in which baby weight is showing 3.3kg. My doctor advised for labour induction to increase the chances of normal delivery. My cervix is dilated 1cm. Two times sweeping membrane done and lost mucus plug after second time sweeping membrane. Is it fine to go induced labor at 38week 5days? Is it fi

...

383 Views v

Yes ...  Read More

Hi, My revised EDD is Aug 26th. Doctor asked me to get admitted on 26th morning if I don't get pain , water leak , bleeding before that. Cervix was checked on 37th week. Cervix is soft and os closed. Yesterday doctor confirmed head is fixed in pelvic bone. I have attached yesterday scan findings. What to expect in induced labor ?. Is it okay or sh

...

349 Views v

Yes ..you can get admitted on 26th and can go for induction.. induction is giving you drugs so that you get your labour pains . ...  Read More

I'm 28 weeks pregnant and my cervix measures 2.9 cms at 28 weeks of pregnancy. Am I at a risk of preterm labor . This is my first pregnancy age 30

161 Views v

Connect ...  Read More

My cervix is 2.9 cm internal os is closed. 28 weeks 4 days pregnant. Is this cervix size normal ? Am I at a risk of preterm labor or early delivery? This is my first pregnancy, age 30 Growth scan and blood reports are normal.

1015 Views v

Below 2.5 is short cervix 2.9 means it’s on lower side of normal You need to be on bed rest And minimal activity ...  Read More

Hi what should be cervical length at 22nd week of pregnancy. If it is less than 3cm after cervix stitch then what to do?

369 Views v

Connect ...  Read More

I had a cervical cerclage today at 13 weeks due to previous preterm labor at 7 month. After procedure my doctor told I have soft cervix and need complete bed rest. I'm too worried as I'm not ready to face another loss. How does the stitch put up in case of soft cervix? Will I be able to make it to term on complete rest??

295 Views v

It’s reasonable to be concerned but don’t worry only because of soft cervix. I need to ask you few more questions and you also need to take some medications. So please book an online consultation. ...  Read More

Im 19 weeks pregnant. Weight 105kgs. No health problems. Anamolly scan normal. Cervix measures 3.1cm. I get pelvic dull achy pressure from lower abdomen to pubis area. Is it normal or a sign of premature labor.. if yes, how to prevent it

81 Views v

It's a normal pressure symptom of pregnancy ...  Read More

Is my cervix normal? Am I at a risk of preterm labor my cervix is 3.1 cm in anamolly scan internal os is closed

316 Views v

It's normal..less than 2.5 cm is worrisome ...  Read More

Hello sir/ma'am I would like to say that last year I lost my 6 month preterm baby in that case at 11 week a huge bleeding was started but doctor gave me progesterone injection and the bleeding was stop and then spotting started and 16 weeks my cervix was 3.1 and 20 weeks it was 2.9(pelvic pressure, discharge) and then 24 weeks it 2.0cm and I deliv

...

230 Views v

Yes circlage operations during pregnancy ...  Read More

Can cervix check examination leads to brownish discharge? Yesterday she checked my cervix dilation. It has not dilated 1cm.also at 38 weeks pregnancy ( second child) morning I saw brownish discharge. My gyno says it's because of my examination. You wait till pain comes. Does it mean i won't undergo labour ? Or I can still have a chance to dilate f

...

78 Views v

Yes she is correct Term is 40 weeks you have two more weeks to go ...  Read More

What are the signs of labor pain and how can I tell it apart from other types of pain ? this is because, pain could also be caused by gas, acidity, or other reasons. I don't want to go to the doctor every time I have any pain, but I also don't want to miss the onset of labor. So can you please advice how labor pain feels and how to distinguish it

...

753 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

I have 2 question. (1) In which week of pregnancy does the pain of labor typically start? (2) I am at 33th week. How does it feel or understand a labor pain. How to recognize it ?

518 Views v

There is no specific week can happen at any point of time Preterm labour is also a known phenomenon Episodic contractions 3 in 10 minutes lasting about 40 sec ...  Read More

I am 9th month 37 week pregnant with 1st child. Today I went for routine checkup doc said my cervix is 1 cm dilated nd ur stomach seems tight according to me . She told me to admit in night or in the early morning. I don't feel any pain or cramps but I feel my stomach bit harder. What can I do.

133 Views v

Get admitted ...  Read More

I am 9 month 2 week(37week) pregnant with 1st child. Today I went for routine checkup doc said my cervix is 1 cm dilated nd ur stomach seems tight according to me . She told me to admit in night or next morning. I don't feel any pain or cramps but I feel my stomach bit harder. What can I do.

137 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

I am 38 weeks pregnant, are there any natural tips to induce labor? Like climbing stairs abd walking?

810 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

What is cervical dilatation for easy embryo trasfer before FET procedure is it painfull How much time it take ? Need any anaesthesia ??

205 Views v

It's usually done under local anaesthesia. Little discomfort you will feel. Sometimes it is done along with hysteroscopy. U can choose to get anaesthesia. ...  Read More

Hi doc as iam going to fo 1st FET in june as mu doc ask me to take dilatation to see cervix and uterus My concern is what is do i need that and can i know the procedure for dilatation How much time it take ?

97 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

My wife is currently 25 weeks pregnant.she was facing stomach tightening from last week.She had sometimes 5-6 times an hour or sometimes not at all. so doctor checked her cervix and they find it is soft and closed.Then they ordered fetal fibronectin test which came negative.And cervical length through vaginal ultrasound came 3.3cm.Doctor has asked

...

806 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

Hi Sir / Madam, I am 39 weeks pregnant. Dec 17 is my due date. Baby is in cephalic position.Last week I had internal examination and doctor said cervix is not opened. And doctor told to wait till dec 16 for natural pain. If I dint get pain they asked to go for induced labor. Baby is 3kg and AFI is around 10. Kindly suggest can I wait for pain to s

...

1054 Views v

U need to admit at 40 weeks for induction of labour Induction of labour does hv a chance of failure n u may end up in a cesarean but waiting beyond 40 weeks may prove detrimental in view of muconium ...  Read More

Today I completed my 36 weeks.... I am 36 weeks pregnant... And in running 37....Today my doc did my pv... Prescription history is attached...u cn check it.... She wrote in pv prescription... Ext Os 1F... Internal Os closed Now I want to ask u docs... Does it mean labour has started... What precautions should I take... And Can I make up to 37 week

...

583 Views v

Labour has not started. Is it your first pregnancy or second? In the first pregnancy both, external and internal os are closed. In the second Pregnancy (especially if the lady had a normal delivery ea ...  Read More

Can incompetent cervix cause chorioamnionitis in pregnancy? As in my previous first pregnancy cervix dilated painlessly till 8 cm with slight vaginal bleeding. There were no contractions no pain nothing, only contractions were there while expelling the foetus. And placenta report cited acute chorioamnionitis. And according to doctor this infection

...

193 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

Related Topics:

How to go into labor early Dilation And Curettage Signs of labor in second pregnancy
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Consult with a gynaecologist online

  • Private & confidential
  • Share reports
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Time period for complete dilation

 256 Views
I am 37 weeks 4 days pregnant.. One week before doctor checked that my cervix was started to open.. And t ... Read More

Induce labor after 37week

 536 Views
Hi doctor Cervical cerclage done on 27th. Week of pregnancy and now I'm in 36 week 3 days, my doctor plan ... Read More

Cervix didnt open

 884 Views
Iam 39 weeks and 3 days pregnent. Doctor told me my cervix didnt open yet. Is it normal? Can I go to labo ... Read More

Cervix question

 404 Views
In first ultrasound cervix length was 4.2 then in level 2 ultrasound cervix length is 2.9 and placenta is ... Read More

Cervix question

 509 Views
Cervix length 2.9cm in 21 week , doc told me next scan on 7th month ,is it ok ? Is it ok the cervix lengt ... Read More