Lower abdomen pain in early pregnancy

1. Causes of intermittent abdominal pain in early pregnancy

There are many reasons for abdominal pain in early pregnancy. Some of them are normal physiological phenomena. Generally, physiological abdominal pain is not very serious and the onset time is also very short. It is mainly caused by the enlargement of the uterus after pregnancy, which causes the uterine ligaments to be involved. Generally, it will not affect daily life. Abdominal pain is not fixed for occupation. If there is no organic disease after examination, then there is no need for treatment at all.

2. Can abdominal pain in early pregnancy be a sign of threatened miscarriage?

Patients with threatened abortion may experience abdominal pain, and sometimes spotting. Patients with ectopic pregnancy generally also have abdominal pain, but most of the time it is on one side, and there may also be irregular vaginal bleeding. In addition, patients with organic diseases, ovarian cysts, and uterine fibroids must seek medical attention as soon as possible if their symptoms are severe and last for a long time, and are accompanied by bleeding.

3. What is the cause of lower abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy?

If you have lower abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy, accompanied by vaginal bleeding, it is generally considered abnormal. If you have abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding in the early stages of pregnancy, and if you have not had a color Doppler ultrasound to confirm an intrauterine pregnancy, it is possible that it is caused by an ectopic pregnancy. It is recommended that you have a check-up as soon as possible to confirm the situation. Based on the situation you described, preliminary analysis of the vaginal bleeding does not rule out threatened abortion. It is recommended to have a facial consultation and abdominal ultrasound immediately, preserve the fetus immediately, and rest in bed. Continue to monitor the amount of bleeding.

4. What to do if you have lower abdominal pain in early pregnancy

Physiological abdominal pain in early pregnancy, many expectant mothers always feel some stomach pain, sometimes accompanied by vomiting and other early pregnancy reactions, which is mainly caused by increased gastric acid secretion in early 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 first trimester ends.

Pathological abdominal pain If you experience abdominal pain in early pregnancy, especially pain in the lower abdomen, the first thing you should consider is whether it is a pregnancy complication. Common complications include threatened miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. If it is accompanied by vaginal spotting or a noticeable feeling of abdominal heaviness, it may indicate threatened miscarriage. Expectant mothers should move less, stay in bed more, avoid sexual intercourse, avoid lifting heavy objects, drink water, and seek medical attention promptly.