Will I have stomach pain as a sign of pregnancy?

Abdominal pain as a sign of pregnancy is caused by the growing uterus and is generally not a problem. However, you may also feel uncomfortable due to pressure on the stomach caused by the enlarged uterus. In addition, gastrointestinal motility weakens during pregnancy, leading to stomach discomfort. It may also be due to the enlargement of the uterus, which increases the pressure on the ligaments beside the uterus, causing soreness and pain during delivery, and abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy, which generally causes great discomfort. Want to know what causes stomach pain during pregnancy?

1. Causes of abdominal pain in early pregnancy

1. Abdominal pain in early pregnancy may be due to the growth of the uterus, which is not a serious problem.

2. Women often complain of symptoms such as sourness, warmth, and upper abdominal pressure, which are the result of stomach pressure caused by the enlarged uterus. In addition, gastrointestinal motility weakens during pregnancy, the stomach muscle tension is low, especially the gastric sphincter is relaxed, causing the gastric contents to flow back into the lower esophagus, irritating the esophageal mucosa and producing a burning sensation in the stomach area.

3. Due to the enlargement of the uterus and pelvic congestion, the ligaments beside the uterus may be affected by the enlarged uterus, causing a feeling of soreness and dull pain in the lower abdomen, especially near the roots of the thighs on both sides, that is, near the groin. Abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy is generally not serious and does not affect the normal development of the pregnancy. If there is a history of cervicitis and chronic appendicitis, the irritation of the pelvic congestion symptoms on the inflamed area will also cause such discomfort.

2. What to do if you have stomach pain in early pregnancy

1. Check whether it is an ectopic pregnancy: If you have abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy and bleeding before the fetus is confirmed, and if the pregnancy lasts more than seven weeks and the embryonic sac in the uterus cannot be seen through B-ultrasound, it may be an ectopic pregnancy. Further examination and confirmation are needed to avoid heavy bleeding caused by ectopic pregnancy and endanger your life.

2. Treatment of miscarriage: Abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy accompanied by abnormal vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain and other symptoms may be signs of miscarriage. The cause of miscarriage in early pregnancy may be chromosomal or genetic abnormalities in the embryo itself; it may also be that the pregnant mother suffers from autoimmune diseases such as diabetes, or takes certain medications, smokes, drinks, etc. Things to note during early pregnancy

3. Precautions in early pregnancy

1. Healthy pregnant women can work and labor as usual, but should avoid strenuous exercise and heavy physical labor.

2. Take a bath and change clothes frequently. Generally, pregnant women should not take a bath for more than 15 minutes each time. Showering is recommended, and the water temperature should not be too high, as too high water temperature will kill the brain cells of the fetus.

3. Pregnant women should not smoke and should also avoid living in a smoky environment, as this will affect the development of the fetus and cause miscarriage, deformity, etc.

4. Pregnant women should maintain a good mood, and husbands in particular should be caring and considerate of their wives and avoid emotional excitement. An unhappy mood will have an adverse effect on the brain development of the fetus.

5. In addition to normal work, you should ensure 8-10 hours of sleep every day.

6. Use common skin care products, avoid wearing lipstick or nail polish, and avoid perming or dyeing your hair.

7. Pregnant women should have a good living environment, the room should be clean and ventilated, and the temperature should be between 20-22℃.

8. Try not to go to crowded public places, as these places are where infectious diseases such as influenza are spread.

9. If you have abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy, you should go to the hospital for a check-up in time to eliminate any disease and create a good environment for giving birth to a healthy baby.