Pain around belly button at 33 weeks of pregnancy

During pregnancy, any abnormality in the body will make women very nervous, especially in the middle and late stages. Abdominal pain will cause great concern, and the most feared situation is miscarriage. Some pregnant women around 33 weeks will feel pain around their belly button and naturally want to know the specific reason. So, what is the cause of pain around the belly button at 33 weeks of pregnancy? Let’s take a look below.

At 33 weeks of pregnancy, the fetus continues to grow, and the expectant mother's abdomen and body continue to grow larger. The frequency of abdominal pain will increase significantly compared to the second trimester.

1. Physiological pain around the navel. As the baby grows, the expectant mother's uterus also gradually increases in size. The enlarged uterus constantly stimulates the lower edge of the ribs, which can cause rib pain in expectant mothers. Generally this is a physiological condition and does not require treatment. At this time, lying on the left side can help relieve pain. When a pregnant woman in her 33rd week of pregnancy rests at night, she may sometimes experience pain around the navel due to false labor. The pain usually lasts only a few seconds and can last for several hours at a time. The pain is not accompanied by a feeling of falling and the symptoms will be relieved during the day.

2. Pathological pain around the navel is placental abruption, which usually occurs in the late pregnancy. The expectant mother may have pregnancy-induced hypertension syndrome, chronic hypertension, or internal abdominal injuries. Tearing pain around the navel is a typical symptom, sometimes accompanied by vaginal bleeding. In severe cases, the patient may suffer from unbearable stomach pain, hardening of the abdomen, disappearance of fetal movement, or even shock. Therefore, at 33 weeks of pregnancy, expectant mothers with high blood pressure or internal injuries to the abdomen should go to the hospital in time to prevent accidents. If an expectant mother suddenly feels continuous severe pain in the lower abdomen, it may be a sign of premature birth or uterine rupture. You should go to the hospital for treatment in time and do not delay.

From the above article, we can see that there are two types of pain around the belly button at 33 weeks of pregnancy. It is necessary to carefully distinguish between physiological and pathological types. Pregnant women can see which type of pain they have and then use the corresponding method to stop treatment. The ultimate goal is the same, which is to stop the pain around the belly button. But no matter what type of belly button pain you have, it's best to see a doctor.