What is the cause of low back pain and vaginal bleeding?

Pregnancy is the happiest and most difficult stage in a woman's life. Health issues are particularly important during this stage because they concern the health of both the mother and the child. As the weight of the fetus increases with each month, pregnant women often experience symptoms of lower back pain. But what terrifies some pregnant women is that they also experience symptoms of vaginal bleeding. What is going on? With this question, the editor consulted a gynecologist. Experts gave this explanation:

1. What are the consequences of low back pain?

1. Early pregnancy. The low back pain at this stage will not be very severe, the pain is relatively mild, mostly waist and back pain. Low back pain during this period is often caused by the retroverted uterus, which compresses the rectum and ligaments, so pregnant mothers don't need to worry.

When there are abnormalities in the body, no matter how serious they are, pregnant mothers must observe carefully and take appropriate measures in time, so as not to make big mistakes due to small negligence.

(1) If low back pain is accompanied by vaginal bleeding and the pain is severe, you should pay attention to the possibility of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.

(2) If the pain is severe enough to affect movement or radiate to other parts of the body, you should go to the hospital for examination, find out the cause, and receive timely treatment.

(3) Low back and leg pain accompanied by sciatica may be caused by a lack of vitamin B1.

(4) If accompanied by leg cramps, it may be due to calcium deficiency.

2. Second and third trimester

The reason why pregnant mothers suffer from back pain during this period is mostly because the rapid pain of the fetus causes the uterus to gradually enlarge and the abdomen to move forward. In order to maintain body balance, the upper body compensatory leans back, causing excessive lordosis of the spine and continuous tension in the back extensor muscles, resulting in excessive fatigue of the waist and back, which is easy to cause back pain. Generally speaking, the symptoms can be relieved after rest.

2. Maintenance principles for back pain during pregnancy

1. When back pain occurs in early pregnancy, you should pay special attention to your posture to avoid worsening of the condition. At this time, if pregnant women have the habit of exercising (light exercise), they should still maintain it.

2. Maintain a good posture, including standing, sitting and sleeping.

Standing posture: In the middle and late stages of pregnancy, you should avoid standing for long periods of time. Sit down or lie down if you feel any discomfort.

Sitting posture: Pregnant women can put a soft cushion on the back of the chair to relieve back pressure; and their feet can also be placed on a low stool to help blood circulation in the legs.

Sleeping position: When lying down, you can raise your legs to help blood circulation and better eliminate soreness. You can sleep on your side to reduce the burden on your waist and relieve discomfort. Placing a soft towel under your knees when sleeping can relieve pressure on your abdominal muscles.

3. Wearing shoes that fit comfortably can relieve the symptoms of back pain.

4. Don’t wear high heels, even wide-soled high heels with a wider support surface.

In the above content, we have a comprehensive understanding of the symptoms of low back pain in pregnant women, especially those accompanied by vaginal bleeding. Low back pain during pregnancy cannot be ignored and must not be taken lightly. If a pregnant woman experiences this symptom, she should take effective measures in time or go to the hospital for examination and treatment in time accompanied by her family. You must not damage your own health and the health of your fetus because of a momentary display of strength.