Abdominal pain and back pain in late pregnancy

I heard that the first three months and the last three months of pregnancy are dangerous periods for women, so you should pay special attention to your body during these two periods. In the late stages of pregnancy, women should pay more attention to their bodies because they may give birth at any time. However, some women in late pregnancy not only experience abdominal pain, but also lower back pain. So what are the signs of abdominal pain and back pain for women in late pregnancy?

Why do I suddenly have backache and stomach pain in the late pregnancy?

1. Physiological abdominal pain

①As the baby grows, the expectant mother's uterus also gradually expands. The enlarged uterus constantly stimulates the lower edge of the ribs, which can cause dull rib pain in expectant mothers. Generally speaking, this is physiological and does not require special treatment. Lying on the left side can help relieve pain.

② In the late pregnancy, expectant mothers sometimes experience lower abdominal pain due to false labor when resting at night. The pain usually lasts only a few seconds, with intervals of several hours. It is not accompanied by a feeling of falling, and the symptoms will be relieved during the day.

2. Pathological abdominal pain

① Placental abruption: It often occurs in the late pregnancy. The expectant mother may have pregnancy-induced hypertension syndrome, chronic hypertension, or abdominal trauma. Tearing pain in the lower abdomen is a typical symptom, often accompanied by vaginal bleeding. The degree of abdominal pain is affected by a combination of factors such as the size of the abruption area, the amount of blood, the internal pressure of the uterus, and whether the uterine muscle layer is damaged. In severe cases, the abdominal pain is unbearable, the abdomen becomes hard, the fetal movement disappears, and even shock may occur. Therefore, in the late stages of pregnancy, expectant mothers with high blood pressure or abdominal trauma should go to the hospital in time to prevent accidents.

What to do if you suddenly have backache and stomach pain in late pregnancy

My belly is getting bigger day by day. Although I don't feel any obvious discomfort, my lower back pain is getting worse day by day. It is uncomfortable to stand, uncomfortable to sit, and difficult to sleep. In fact, expectant mothers can adjust their posture appropriately at these times to relax the muscles of the waist and back and relieve pain.

1. Standing posture: When standing, pregnant mothers should hold their chest and head high, with their abdomen slightly leaning forward, their hips slightly pulled forward, and their legs slightly bent. This posture can relax the lower back muscles and relieve lower back pain. When walking, do not wear high heels, choose soft and comfortable maternity flat shoes to reduce the burden on the lumbar spine.

2. Sitting posture: When pregnant mothers are sitting, they should keep their waist as straight as possible and put a soft cushion behind them. Choose a chair that suits you and sit as far back as possible with the lower part of your back pressed against the backrest. Also, don't sit on a chair that is too soft. You can also put your feet on a low stool to help blood circulation in your legs. Don't cross your legs, keep your feet flat on the ground. Avoid sitting in the same position for more than 30 minutes.

3. Sleeping position: When the pain in the waist and back is mild, you can rest in bed to relieve the pain and discomfort. It is best to sleep on your left side with your legs bent to reduce the burden on your waist. You can buy a pregnancy pillow. When lying on your side, you can bend one leg and put your knee on the pregnancy pillow.

There are many reasons for back pain and abdominal pain. Some are physiological, so there is no need to worry about this kind of back pain and abdominal pain. However, some are pathological, so you need to seek medical attention in time. In fact, pregnant women’s back pain and stomach pain can be relieved by changing their posture. You can try the methods introduced in this article.