Why do I feel pain down there when I am eight months pregnant?

Pregnancy is a major event in women's lives. Therefore, many women have become cautious since they became pregnant, fearing that various accidents will add trouble to the pregnancy process. The pregnancy process is indeed very difficult and dangerous, and any carelessness can bring danger to the fetus and the mother. For example, why does it cause pain down there when you are eight months pregnant? Let’s take a look at the explanation below.

As the pregnancy months increase, the mother will experience various discomforts. The possible reasons for sudden lower body pain after 8 months of pregnancy include:

1. After the late pregnancy, under the action of progesterone in the body, the ligaments in the pelvic area of ​​the pregnant woman will relax, leading to varying degrees of pelvic separation, which is a common cause of lower body pain.

2. For some pregnant women, the uterus enlarges due to the development of the baby. The enlarged uterus will compress the inferior vena cava, causing blood circulation disorders in the lower limbs. In severe cases, it will cause varicose veins in the vulva and cause pain in the lower body.

3. If the pain symptoms are regular and gradually increase, the possibility of premature birth should be highly suspected.

In addition, in the case of vulvar pain during pregnancy, the main consideration is that the pain is caused by the enlarged uterus compressing the pelvic cavity and causing obstruction of venous blood return. It may also be caused by the traction of the ligaments due to the enlarged uterus. It is recommended not to stand for long periods of time, do appropriate exercise to promote blood circulation, and do not sit for long periods of time. Eat a lighter diet, eat small meals frequently, avoid overeating, eat more whole grains, promote gastrointestinal motility, maintain smooth bowel movements, maintain adequate sleep, avoid tension and stress, and sleep on a hard bed.

In addition, gynecological inflammation can also cause vaginal pain, which requires medical attention and relevant examinations to clarify. It is recommended to engage in appropriate activities, avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time, avoid fatigue, and rest in bed when feeling unwell.