A 24-year-old female, in her second trimester of pregnancy, presents with what she describes as "mild" contractions. After further questioning, she tells you that there is no regular pattern to the contractions and that they have not increased in intensity since they began. She denies vaginal bleeding or any other symptoms. This patient is MOST likely experiencing:
A. a threatened abortion.
B. a placenta previa.
C. Braxton-Hicks contractions.
D. premature labor.
Answer: C. Braxton-Hicks contractions.
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