Doctors subdivide abdominal pain in a pregnant woman into two types:
- Obstetric pains occur with various problems associated with the pathology of pregnancy with the threat of losing a child,
- not obstetric pains, as a result of various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, appendicitis, cystitis, sprain of the uterus ligaments and others.
Ectopic pregnancy causes abdominal pain, and not always ultrasound can determine the cause. With ectopic pregnancy, the fetal egg is located outside the uterus. You can guess by yourself about this problem by yourself. If your pregnancy test is positive, but at the same time there is a sharp pain in the abdomen, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, this should make you urgently go to the doctor. With an ectopic pregnancy, there may be a rupture of the uterine tube and this will be a direct threat to the life of a woman. Only a doctor can help you in this situation.
If the pain in the abdomen is aching, pulling or cramping, then you should be afraid of miscarriage. In this situation, the doctor appoints a detailed examination to determine the reasons. In this state it is desirable to be under observation in the hospital. Only a timely call to the doctor will save the life of you and your child.
The cause of abdominal pain in pregnancy can be premature detachment of the placenta. This condition can be caused by various causes (physical overstrain, abdominal injuries, high blood pressure arisen suddenly). In such a situation, a rupture of blood vessels occurs and there is a strong bleeding in the uterine cavity, which is a threat to the life of both the fetus and the mother. The solution to the problem is only one - urgent hospitalization for surgical intervention or stimulation of labor.
When pregnancy almost always there are problems with the intestines. The growing uterus squeezes the intestine and other internal organs, the hormonal background in the body changes, the diet changes - all this causes pain in the abdomen. For example, excessive consumption of sweet can cause the development of dysbacteriosis. Therefore, if you have problems with the intestines, then consult a doctor. It may be enough to balance the food and the problem will go away.
During pregnancy, the uterus increases in size significantly. The ligaments that support it are stretched and undergo strong tension. When there is an overstrain of the ligaments, then there are pains in the abdomen. Sharp pain when walking, with sudden movements, with coughing and lifting of gravity. With such pains it is enough to just relax, rest and it is important to choose the right bandage. But consultation with a doctor will not be superfluous.
You can not exclude such causes of pain as acute pancreatitis, cholecystitis, appendicitis, cystitis, kidney stones and much more. In such cases, it is better for a pregnant woman to call an ambulance. A woman will be taken to the hospital for a thorough examination by a specialist. Only a visit to the doctor will avoid problems with the health of the mother and fetus.
Constipation during pregnancy is also a cause of abdominal pain. In this case, one advice can be given. You need to drink enough liquid and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. It is better to eat whole-grain bread. A pregnant woman should actively move and walk more in the air, this will help to avoid constipation.
The woman is very afraid of abdominal pain in late pregnancy. But such pains are not always associated with the threat of miscarriage. The reasons can be different. To get rid of such pains, it is often enough to establish a diet. Food should match your condition and of course the products are only fresh. In addition, late in pregnancy, the grown uterus increases the pressure on all internal organs, which causes pain. Overexertion of the muscles of the press during late pregnancy and as a consequence of pain. In this case, you just need to rest.
I would like to say that pregnancy is a rather difficult period in a woman's life and one must be attentive to oneself. This is the key to a successful pregnancy. Therefore, if you are concerned about something, especially abdominal pain, it is better for you and your child to turn to the doctor in time. You, if necessary, will be sent to a hospital. Where they will conduct a full examination - ultrasound - monitoring your baby's condition, various tests that will help you understand the cause of your problems and help in time. And most importantly, do not self-medicate on the advice of a neighbor. Each pregnancy is unique and never passes the same even for the same woman. Every time everything is like the first time. Remember that only constant supervision by a doctor will help you avoid unnecessary problems and your child's bearing time will remain in your memory as the most beautiful condition for you.
And in conclusion. For any pregnant woman, the abdominal pain is panic at once. And you just need to calm down, dial the phone number of your local gynecologist and everything will be fine. The doctor will do everything to save your pregnancy and for the safe birth of your baby. This is how pregnancy takes place, severe abdominal pain can accompany it.