Why does my abdomen hurt during pregnancy?

Pregnancy is a fertile condition for any woman. The awareness that you will soon become a mother is invaluable. Sometimes, some ailments cloud this happy time. Toxicosis, pain of varying degrees, swings of moods. But all these women persistently endure, cherishing the hope in themselves, becoming a mother. A growing tummy, rounded forms, a feeling of sweet heaviness in the lower abdomen, walking through children's shops and smiling passers-by help to overcome unpleasant moments.

And suddenly - the pain. In pregnancy, it can signal a lot, sometimes risking the loss of the coveted child. Why does the abdomen hurt during pregnancy?

Pain symptomatology is divided depending on the course of pregnancy:

• pain with normal development of pregnancy
• pain in the pathological development of pregnancy.

Normal pregnancy

1. The egg, when fertilized, is looking for a place in the uterus. She literally "gnaws" into the walls of the uterus, trying to gain a foothold. With this phenomenon, pains in the lower abdomen are often felt and bloody spotting is observed. The period of implantation of the egg in the uterine wall coincides with the next menstrual cycle, the background of which is the insufficient amount of hormones produced.
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It is enough to visit a gynecologist to dispel doubts about a miscarriage.

1. Hormonal changes in the early stages of pregnancy and the pressure of the growing uterus on the bladder are accompanied by frequent pulling pains in the lower abdomen. These phenomena are also characterized by frequent urination. In order to exclude the infection of the urinary tract of a woman, you need to regularly take urine for analysis.
2. The increasing mass of the heavy uterus facilitates the tension of the connective ligaments that hold the uterus in the pelvic cavity between the ileal bones over the vagina. The tension of the ligaments often causes severe pain in the suprapubic region and inguinal folds. Sharp twists of the trunk, lifting weights, strong coughing and sneezing intensify these painful sensations.

The iliac bones become the support for the uterus when it reaches their upper surface. At this time, the pain is inferior, because the tension of the connective ligaments is weakened.

1. When a woman undergoes surgical interventions, inflammation or trauma, scars on the anterior wall of the abdomen or a spike in the abdominal cavity may remain. These "traces" can stretch with the growth of the uterus. Pain sensations are felt in the area of ​​the old wound.

Pathological pregnancy

1. Miscarriage. Most typical for early pregnancy.

Pain sensations in this case are of two kinds:

• pulling permanent uterine muscles characterized by constant increased tone
• periodic cramping muscle layer is periodically contracted

The threat of miscarriage in both cases is pronounced. Prolonged compression of the vessels of the placenta contributes to a sharp reduction in the supply of fetus nutrients and oxygen. Partial or complete delamination of the placenta can cause severe uterine contractions, which will be accompanied by severe bleeding. Often in such cases, it is not possible to save the child.

1. The inflammatory process of the urinary tract is accompanied by pain and is one of the main causes of abortion. In this case, typical are the high temperature of the mother's body, abnormal purulent discharge from the vagina, deterioration of overall well-being.
2. Isthmicocervical insufficiency does not allow the mother to recognize the process of opening the uterus. This is also facilitated by the absence of sensitive nerve endings in the cervix. At the first painful sensations in this case it is best to immediately consult a doctor to rule out the risk of miscarriage.

Doctors strongly recommend to contact the gynecological department at the first painful sensations.

The ecological situation leaves much to be desired

A healthy diet and a proper lifestyle do not always guarantee a happy pregnancy. But this does not mean that one should not abandon bad habits. In addition, various medications may have side effects, including pain. At pregnancy it is necessary to consult with the doctor before reception of this or that preparation. This also applies to cosmetic products that are rubbed into the skin.

Pregnancy is a special condition of the female body when the body requires careful care. But pregnancy is not a disease. A too "sedentary" lifestyle can adversely affect the female body. You can enroll in a special group of gymnastics for pregnant women, walk more often outdoors, visit the pool. All this will help to overcome temporary non-dangerous ailments and then successfully give birth to a new little man.