What causes lower abdominal discomfort in early pregnancy?

Women are prone to some abdominal discomfort symptoms in the early stages of pregnancy. They need to be cautious at this time because some of them are common problems, some may be dangerous signs of the fetus, or may indicate miscarriage.

1. In addition to the bulging abdomen , some pregnant mothers may feel stomach pain.

In the early stages of pregnancy, some abdominal pain is physiological, that is, a normal reaction caused by pregnancy, but some is pathological and may indicate the occurrence of crises such as miscarriage.

2. Pathological abdominal pain. If you experience abdominal pain in early pregnancy, especially lower abdominal pain, the first thing you should consider is whether it is a pregnancy complication. Common complications include threatened miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.

3. Physiological abdominal pain. In the early stages of pregnancy, many expectant mothers always feel some stomach pain, sometimes accompanied by early pregnancy reactions such as vomiting. This is mainly caused by increased gastric acid secretion in the early stages of pregnancy. At this time, you should pay attention to diet adjustment. The meals should be light and easy to digest. You can eat some toasted steamed bread slices or soda crackers for breakfast. The discomfort will disappear naturally as the early stages of pregnancy pass.

4. It should be noted that if pregnant women experience paroxysmal lower abdominal pain or regular abdominal pain, back pain, pelvic pain, etc. in the first few months of pregnancy, the situation may be more complicated. If accompanied by genital spotting or a noticeable feeling of abdominal heaviness, it may indicate threatened miscarriage. Expectant mothers should avoid sexual intercourse, do not lift heavy objects, drink enough water, and seek medical attention promptly. If pain worsens or bleeding continues, seek medical attention immediately.