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Contraction Stress Test
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- A contraction stress test may show decelerations when your baby is not actually having problems. This is called a false-positive result.
- Some doctors use oxytocin instead of nipple stimulation because nipple stimulation can cause long, uncontrolled contractions.
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December 9, 2010- Medical Review:
- Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Liisa Honey, MD, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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