Hegar's sign is a softening of the uterus just above the cervix, which is caused by the hormone, progesterone. It is considered as an early sign of pregnancy. Option A is incorrect because dilation of the cervix occurs during labor and delivery. Option B is a common symptom of early pregnancy but is not specific to Hegar's sign. Option D is not related to Hegar's sign at all.

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Hegar's Sign Is

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Hegar's sign is

A) a dilation of the cervix.
B) breast tenderness.
C) a softening of the uterus just above the cervix.
D) a chemical reaction present in the mother's blood.

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