Left lower abdominal pain during pregnancy

Everyone knows that when a woman becomes pregnant, her body will undergo many changes. Since everyone's physical constitution is very different, the changes that occur in each pregnant woman during pregnancy are also very different. Many pregnant women will experience dull pain in the lower abdomen in the middle of pregnancy. Some mild pains will be relieved after rest. If the symptoms do not ease, it is best to go to the hospital for examination.

Causes of left lower abdominal pain during pregnancy

(1) Around 4 months of pregnancy, the uterus enlarges and the round ligament of the uterus is stretched, causing many pregnant women to experience some abdominal pain. This type of pain is mostly located on one or both sides of the uterus in the lower abdomen, and is referred pain, dull pain or lack thereof. The pain becomes more obvious when walking a long distance or changing body position.

(2) Exerting too much force during sexual intercourse during the second trimester of pregnancy can also cause abdominal pain in pregnant women.

2. Pathological abdominal pain

In the second half of pregnancy, the fetus gradually grows and the intra-abdominal pressure of the pregnant woman also increases. If a pregnant woman's esophageal hiatus widens, she may develop a "hiatal hernia" and suffer from abdominal pain. At this time, abdominal pain is often accompanied by symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, chest pain, acid reflux, and hiccups. The incidence of hiatal hernia during pregnancy is about 30% to 50%, and the symptoms are sometimes more obvious in the late pregnancy.

Mitigation methods

1. Bed rest

When you feel lower back pain, a heavy feeling in the abdomen, or other abnormal symptoms, stop activities immediately, rest in bed more, and observe carefully. If the symptoms do not improve, seek medical attention promptly. Avoid excessive fatigue and strenuous activities. The first 3 months of pregnancy is a high-risk period for miscarriage, so sexual intercourse should be avoided as much as possible.

2. Food and daily life

It is advisable to eat small meals frequently and eat less sweet, spicy, or sticky food; do not lie flat on the bed or lie too low after meals, and try to bend over as little as possible to reduce acid reflux; keep bowel movements open. If you find symptoms of gastric reflux, you can raise your upper body about 20°. If abdominal pain is accompanied by coffee-like or brown blood discharge from the vagina, you should seek medical attention promptly and receive treatment according to the doctor's orders.

Prevention methods

A reasonable diet can include more high-fiber and fresh vegetables and fruits, and a balanced nutrition, including essential nutrients such as protein, sugar, fat, vitamins, trace elements and dietary fiber. It can also combine meat and vegetables, and diversify food varieties to give full play to the complementary effects of nutrients between foods, which is very helpful in preventing abdominal pain in mid-pregnancy.