40 weeks pregnant, stomach pain

When pregnant, many women pay more attention to or care about their abdomen, fearing that something bad will happen. The most common thing for pregnant women during pregnancy is abdominal pain. In fact, this kind of pain is too vague. Because there is no limit on the scope, it can make people think endlessly. Therefore, when talking about abdominal pain, we should point out the location. So, what should I do if I have abdominal pain at 40 weeks of pregnancy?

What should I do if I have dull abdominal pain at 40 weeks of pregnancy?

During pregnancy, a thick, blood-stained mucus plug blocks the cervix and passes out of the vagina before or during early labor. To put it simply, "bloody spotting during pregnancy" is caused by uterine contractions, the gradual expansion of the cervical canal, and the mixing of mucus in the cervix and bleeding from the thick cervical wall. This is a sign that the uterus is beginning to dilate and is a reliable sign of labor.

What should I pay attention to when I see blood during the 40th week of pregnancy?

1. Abdominal discomfort in pregnant women: In the late pregnancy, the uterus grows rapidly, causing the intestines in the lower abdomen to move upward or to the sides: sometimes the intestines will be pressed against the liver; while the uterus grows, it will also rotate. This change may cause a certain degree of involvement of the round ligament and wide cruciate ligament around the uterus, and may cause pulling pain in the groin on both sides.

2. Shortness of breath and chest tightness: This symptom is very common in pregnant women, especially in the first three months. The movement of the diaphragm will be affected by the enlarged uterus. Pregnant women need to increase the depth of each breath to allow the baby to have enough oxygen. At this time, pregnant women should reduce the amount of exercise and maintain a happy mood.

3. Frequent urination and urinary incontinence: This is due to the compression of the bladder in the late pregnancy, which causes the volume to decrease. In addition, the change in the relative position of the organs in the pelvis increases the pressure on the bladder. Therefore, many pregnant women are prone to urine leakage from the urethra when they exert force during pregnancy, which is called urinary incontinence. At this time, pregnant women should drink more water, urinate more often, and not hold urine to prevent infection.

If a pregnant woman has abdominal pain at 40 weeks of pregnancy, there is nothing better than going to the hospital immediately for relevant and detailed examinations to ensure that the pregnant woman can get reliable and effective treatment as soon as possible. If the pregnant woman's stomach pain is not very serious, but only comes and goes, then the pregnant woman should also pay great attention to it and seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the control of the disease.