18 weeks pregnant with abdominal pain

In the second trimester of pregnancy, the baby in the expectant mother's belly begins to move and often interacts with the expectant mother. However, some women have stabbing pain in the abdomen at 18 weeks of pregnancy, which makes pregnant women feel very worried. They worry that various unexpected situations will occur and bring sadness to the family. Let's discuss the explanation of what is causing stabbing pain in the abdomen at 18 weeks of pregnancy.

There is a possibility of threatened miscarriage. You need to observe whether there is bleeding. It may also be false labor. At this time, you need to rest more. If the situation has not improved, you need to see a doctor immediately.

Why do I have abdominal pain like menstrual cramps at 18 weeks of pregnancy?

It is normal to have abdominal pain during pregnancy, so you should rest more. But if the pain comes and goes, be careful. This may be a sign of miscarriage. It is best to rest in bed now. As the baby grows larger during pregnancy, it will compress the surrounding tissues and cause pain. Release the stress and don't worry about it. If the pain does not subside even after resting, see a doctor immediately.

What are the symptoms of threatened miscarriage?

1. Vaginal bleeding.

Vaginal bleeding can be divided into spotting and heavy bleeding, continuous bleeding and irregular bleeding. If you experience vaginal bleeding during the first three months of pregnancy, you should see a doctor immediately, especially if the vaginal bleeding is accompanied by pain, which requires attention because it may be a sign of miscarriage.

2. Pain.

You may have persistent pain in your pelvis, abdomen, or lower back. When vaginal bleeding occurs, you may begin to feel pain a few hours or days later.

3. Blood clots in the vagina.

Blood or light gray tissue is discharged from the vagina. For this kind of situation, expectant mothers must pay attention and seek medical attention in time.

In fact, threatened miscarriage can be prevented. Some bad habits of expectant mothers in daily life can lead to miscarriage. In order to avoid this kind of situation, during pregnancy, expectant mothers need to pay attention to mood swings, avoid ups and downs, and pay attention to eating less spicy and irritating foods and more fresh fruits and vegetables. Pay attention to arrange your time reasonably and don't overwork yourself, but you still have to exercise.