Mid-pregnancy lower abdominal pain with blood

The health of women during pregnancy is of vital importance to everyone. Pregnancy is a very difficult and long process. During pregnancy, some expectant mothers in the second trimester will feel lower abdominal cramps without blood. Many people who are not aware of the situation will think it is a sign of miscarriage, but in fact this is caused by the enlargement of the uterus leading to ligament stretching. Here is a detailed explanation of this situation to help everyone eliminate their concerns.

Why do I have abdominal pain and a hard stomach during pregnancy?

In the second trimester, many pregnant women suddenly feel a pulling pain on one side of their abdomen when they are active or changing their position, but the pain suddenly disappears. This is very common and is not a big problem. This is because as the uterus grows, the ligaments are stretched, causing pain that is very diffuse. Sometimes the pain caused by pathology is paroxysmal and regular, occurring once an hour or ten minutes. Such abdominal pain should be taken seriously as it is a sign of threatened abortion and requires prompt medical attention. The scientific explanation for a hard belly in the late pregnancy is false labor and painless labor. This is because the uterus becomes more and more sensitive in the late pregnancy, and some stimulation will cause labor. This type of labor is different from the labor before labor, and will not cause premature delivery of the fetus. However, expectant mothers should also pay attention to these false labors. When the belly becomes hard, you should immediately stop the work at hand and take a break. If a false labor occurs on the road, stop and continue after it eases.

The abdomen becomes hard and physiological uterine contractions occur after 20 weeks. Its characteristic is irregular, painless and diffuse abdominal hardening. Many people think it is a threatened miscarriage and they need to protect the fetus, so they become very nervous. In fact, this is not necessary. As I said just now, there must be painful uterine contractions, and they must be regular. At that time, it may be a threatened abortion, and you must seek medical attention immediately. If it's just a hard stomach, it's okay. It may be physiological uterine contraction. If this happens, we need to pay attention to rest. If the pain does not ease after rest and regular pain as mentioned above occurs, you need to see a doctor.

Because every pregnant woman hopes to give birth to a healthy baby without any accidents, but sometimes, some problems during pregnancy can lead to bad things happening. Especially in the second trimester of pregnancy, pregnant women may experience abdominal pain and hard stomach. The above article has introduced what conditions this may cause and why this may occur.

2What should I pay attention to if there is blood in the leucorrhea during the second trimester of pregnancy

There are two types of bloody vaginal discharge: physiological and pathological. Generally speaking, some women will experience ovulation bleeding during their ovulation period, also known as mid-menstrual bleeding, which refers to a small amount of bleeding between two normal menstrual periods, which may be accompanied by varying degrees of lower abdominal pain.

1. If you have varicose veins in the vulva: you will feel swelling of the vulva and lower limbs, and local redness of the skin. You will feel pain in the vulva when walking, and the longer you stand, the more uncomfortable you will feel. In the late pregnancy, there will be winding "blue veins" on the vulva or legs. Generally, varicose veins will recover on their own after delivery. If symptoms do not improve after rest, seek medical attention immediately.

2. Avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time. Change your posture or walk back and forth at least every hour to promote blood circulation in the lower limbs. Avoid wearing tight shoes and socks, and raise your lower limbs appropriately when sleeping at night to facilitate venous return.

3. During pregnancy, you should do some gentle exercise every day, such as walking and soft gymnastics, to increase the elasticity of muscles and blood vessels and promote blood circulation.

4. You can put two sanitary pads on your underwear to support this area, and make sure to raise your arms to reduce pressure on the pelvic veins. Lying on your left side can help reduce swelling and pressure. Finally, if you experience any discomfort during pregnancy, go to a professional hospital for examination in time.

The above information is what pregnant women should pay attention to after discovering blood in their leucorrhea in the second trimester of pregnancy. Pregnancy is no small matter. Any small mistake may affect the development of the child, so pregnant women must pay attention. If there is blood in the vaginal discharge, you must pay attention and adhere to the points mentioned above. If the condition is serious, please seek medical attention immediately.

3 What to do if you have a urinary tract infection during pregnancy

Due to women's special physiological characteristics and physical changes during pregnancy, urinary tract infections during pregnancy are very common. According to statistics, the incidence of urinary tract infection in pregnant women is high. Urinary tract infection during pregnancy can cause cystitis in mild cases, which is manifested by frequent urination, urgency, pain and hematuria.

After pregnancy, the placenta can produce and secrete a large amount of progesterone. Due to the influence of progesterone, the ureter, renal pelvis, renal calyx, etc. become enlarged and dilated, and the peristalsis of the ureter is weakened, resulting in a slow urine flow. At the same time, the enlarged pregnant uterus can directly compress the ureter, further slowing down the urine flow. Pregnant women's urine often contains a small amount of sugar. After bacteria invade the urinary tract, they can easily multiply in the stagnant urine flow containing sugar, so pregnant women are prone to urinary tract infections. Common symptoms include: lower abdominal pain, frequent urination, oliguria, urgency, dysuria, hematuria, etc. Urine tests mainly show leukocytosis, sometimes with pus cells. Early detection, early treatment, and thorough treatment are the key to preventing recurrence.

If you suffer from this disease during pregnancy, the first thing you should pay attention to is not to blindly buy medicine for treatment. If you abuse the medicine, the consequences will be very serious and it may not be able to treat the symptoms. Moreover, if you take medication blindly during pregnancy, it will have serious effects on the fetus, and the fetus may also suffer from malformations. Therefore, it is recommended that you must take medication correctly for treatment under the guidance of a professional doctor.

Pregnant women cannot take medication blindly, but if they do not take medication in time during a urinary tract infection, it will have serious effects on the fetus and is more likely to cause the child to develop a bacterial infection. However, while treating your own urinary tract infection, you must be prepared for regular prenatal checkups. During the illness, patients are advised to drink plenty of water. This is a medically proven treatment method that can effectively provide relief, mainly by flushing out the germs. At the same time, eating more fresh fruits can also have a alleviating effect on the disease.

4What are the causes of uterine contractions during mid-pregnancy?

Mild uterine contractions during pregnancy are normal

The doctor told her: Generally, mild uterine contractions in the second trimester are normal, but if the contractions become heavier or accompanied by bleeding, it may be a sign of miscarriage. No matter what the reason is, it is best to check it out to avoid any problems. Of course, pregnant women do not need to be overly nervous. The examination is just to better understand the causes of uterine contractions in the second trimester.

Pregnant women don’t need to worry about “false labor” during the second trimester

If a pregnant woman stands or sits in the same posture for a long time, she will feel her abdomen getting harder (i.e., tight stomach), which is called "false labor". Its characteristics are that the time of occurrence is irregular and the degree varies from time to time. Before delivery, "false labor" will become more and more frequent due to the traction stimulation of the lower part of the uterus caused by the descending fetal head. If the above symptoms only occur occasionally and do not last long, and there is no vaginal bleeding, there is no need to be nervous, as they are mostly normal. If the above phenomena occur frequently with short intervals, and there are obvious abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, etc., you should go to the hospital in time to avoid accidents.

5 Beware of 6 pregnancy complications during the second trimester

Beware of 6 pregnancy complications during the second trimester

(1) Anemia

The volume of blood vessels increases fastest during the second trimester, leading to physiological dilution of the blood. Also, because the fetus grows rapidly, it requires more trace elements such as calcium and iron, so anemia is most likely to occur or worsen during the second trimester. The mother supplies a large amount of blood to the fetus and placenta, and her own circulating blood volume decreases. Pregnant women are prone to anemia symptoms such as shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, insomnia, and poor memory. Therefore, iron supplements should be taken routinely after 20 weeks of pregnancy to prevent anemia. If anemia already exists, seek medical attention promptly and correct the anemia through diet and medication under the guidance of a doctor.

(2) Hypertensive disorders complicating pregnancy

It is a disease unique to the human body, and its main manifestation is increased blood pressure. In severe cases, there may be edema, headache, dizziness and even convulsions, which is seriously harmful to the mother and child. Therefore, if you find that your blood pressure is high and your weight is increasing significantly, you must seek medical attention immediately.

(3) Gestational diabetes

If a pregnant mother suffers from diabetes, she will often have polyhydramnios, macrosomia, and is prone to gestational hypertension. If blood sugar is not well controlled during pregnancy, fetal malformation, intrauterine fetal death, etc. may occur. Therefore, you must strictly follow the doctor's instructions, develop a reasonable diet plan, exercise appropriately, and use insulin to control blood sugar when necessary.

(4) Placenta previa

The so-called placenta previa refers to the placenta being low in position, with the lower edge close to the internal os of the cervix or even completely covering the internal os of the cervix. The patient experiences painless vaginal bleeding. You need to stay in bed and rest to avoid uterine contractions. Some lower-positioned placentas may move upward as the uterus grows without posing a threat to the mother and fetus. Therefore, once there is vaginal bleeding, no matter how much, you should go to the hospital for examination immediately. B-ultrasound can easily show whether it is placenta previa.

(5) Placental abruption

It refers to the partial or complete detachment of the placenta from the uterus before the fetus is delivered, which is a very dangerous complication. The most common cause is trauma, followed by some complications, such as severe preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. Patients will experience abdominal pain, hardening of the abdominal wall, abnormal fetal movements, etc. Once it happens, it will cause great harm to mother and baby. Therefore, if pregnant women suffer abdominal trauma or fall, they should go to the hospital for examination in time.

(6) Intrahepatic cholestasis

Pregnant women begin to experience widespread itching all over the body, with the itching being more severe in the abdomen, palms and toes, and may be accompanied by mild jaundice. Liver function tests show elevated alanine aminotransferase (GPT), but the pregnant women have a normal appetite. This disease is very harmful to both mother and baby, and has caused fetal asphyxia, premature birth, stillbirth, and postpartum hemorrhage in pregnant women. Therefore, pregnant women must not regard it as "fetal gas" and be careless about it. They must go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment in time.

Tips

Key points for health care during mid-pregnancy

l. Have an antenatal checkup once a week and attend a maternity school.

2. Keep calm and in a good mood.

3. Wear loose and comfortable clothes; support your breasts with a loose bra; wear wedge-heeled shoes and pay attention to personal hygiene.

4. Pay attention to nutritional supplements and ensure the intake of various nutrients.

5. To prevent anemia, take iron supplements every day starting from the 20th week of pregnancy.

6. Engage in appropriate outdoor activities, start doing prenatal gymnastics, and begin prenatal education for your baby with your husband.

7. Nutrition: Reasonable and balanced nutrition is the material basis for maintaining the health of pregnant women and the growth and development of the fetus, but excessive intake will cause the fetus to be too large and cause difficulties in delivery. In your daily diet, you should pay attention to the combination of coarse and fine grains, and meat and vegetable dishes. You should eat a good breakfast, a full lunch, and a small dinner.

8. Prenatal education.

9. Gymnastics for pregnant women.

The second trimester of pregnancy is the most important period for health care, because it is between the early and late stages, so special care should be taken in areas that require maintenance and attention.