Why can stomach and back hurt during pregnancy?

Features of discomfort in the back and abdomen during different periods of pregnancy:

• The first trimester is different from others, during this period there is a sharp hormonal change. The woman’s body adapts to the new state. The abdomen may hurt due to the implantation of the ovum. The ligaments are stretched, the uterus grows and presses on the intestines, the mammary glands are actively enlarged. If your back muscles are weak, they will strain and hurt.
• The second trimester is the most calm and peaceful. The uterus grows more and more actively, the baby starts kicking, causing discomfort to the mother. The back begins to ache, this is due to the growing body weight and changes in load.
• In the third trimester, back and abdominal pain worsens. This is directly related to the enlargement of the uterus. All organs are displaced and work in an enhanced mode. Constipation and flatulence occur, muscles are tense to the limit. “Training contractions” may appear – a throbbing pain, as the uterus prepares for childbirth.

Any of these pains are normal as long as they do not interfere with normal activities.

Discomfort in the back and abdomen while waiting for the baby is normal until a certain point. Consult with your attending gynecologist about the nature of your pain, perhaps you will be prescribed massage, exercise therapy, or recommend wearing a bandage. Do not take any pain relievers on your own.

When should an ambulance be called:

• Sharp lower back pain with fever. It may be a kidney problem.
• You are at the 38th week or more, and you started having cramping pains with a certain frequency – this is childbirth. Go to the hospital.
• Sharp lower abdominal pain and bleeding. This condition is fraught with miscarriage, placental abruption, premature birth.

Do not tolerate pain if it is prolonged and interferes with it. Even if there is no threat of interruption, this condition spoils the quality of life.

Unpleasant sensations during pregnancy may be normal if it is associated with fetal growth and shape changes. If the pain is sharp, accompanied by fever, nausea, bleeding – this is a signal of trouble, consult a doctor.