increased contractions after internal exam

[nikko*ttc]

Is it common to have increased contractions after an internal exam? I am not spotting or anything, just having worse contractions and lower back pain. I was 2 cm's this am at the docs office, but I am only 34 weeks so I need to be watching out for preterm labor symptoms. I think I am just be a hypochondriac, but they are definitely more painful. I think I probably need to start timing them, the only problem is I feel the contractions as lower back pain and not sure how you time those.

[nikko*ttc]

I just downloaded a contraction timer, I'm going to time them for a little while and see what it says. If they are getting closer, stronger, and longer I'll definitely call the OB. Otherwise, I'll know they are just falsies.

[natemomma27]

that does sound normal/common, time them the best you can and if your not sure call your doctor and ask them what they would like you to do.

[JoyRenee]

I think it is normal, nikko. It's probably Braxton Hicks so make sure you look up the difference between the two!