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Abdominal pain during pregnancy in the second trimester: why pulling, below
The second trimester of pregnancy is relatively calm. The woman ceases to be tormented by toxicosis, strength and energy appear. But sometimes expectant mothers are worried about stomach pains. During pregnancy in the second trimester, they can be both a normal variant and a pathology.
Why do pulling abdominal pains appear?
A variant of the norm is a short-term, short-term pain that goes away on its own or after taking no-shpa. Allocations remain the same.
Severe abdominal pain during pregnancy in the second trimester indicates pathology
There are several reasons for this condition:
- Stretching the joints between the pelvic bones. The pain appears when walking, disappears during rest.
- Uterine growth and sprain. Unpleasant sensations are localized in the abdomen and groin, disappear after a few minutes. Aggravated by coughing, sneezing.
- Stretching of postoperative sutures.
- Overstrain of the abdominal muscles. The pain occurs after physical exertion, quickly passes.
- Disturbed digestion. The unpleasant sensations are accompanied by bloating, intestinal upset, or constipation.
To prevent this kind of pain, watch your gait, wear a prenatal band, avoid lifting weights, get more rest and eat right.
Pathological pain in the lower abdomen
The most dangerous condition is considered when the pain intensifies, brown or bloody discharge appears. In this case, do not hesitate, urgently call an ambulance.
Pulling pain and discomfort appear against the background of hypertonicity of the uterus, which happens with an increased level of progesterone in the blood of a pregnant woman. Examination and appropriate tests will help to identify the level of hormones.
The stomach may ache due to exacerbated appendicitis. The discomfort is accompanied by fever, nausea, loss of consciousness, and vomiting. In this case, surgical intervention is indispensable.
The stomach is worried about gynecological problems. Then the discharge acquires an unpleasant odor, a serous color.
To find out exactly the cause of the ailment, you should consult a doctor. You do not need to take medications or herbs on your own, it can only harm the baby and you.
Be attentive to your health, pay attention to even the slightest ailment. Get more rest, do not stay in one position for a long time, walk in the fresh air. If the pain is persistent, be sure to inform your gynecologist about it.