The expectant mother dreams that her baby will be born healthy, and worries if inexplicable pain occurs in the body during pregnancy. While the baby is in the womb, the fair sex feels discomfort and unpleasant sensations in different parts of the body: the stomach, throat, back, chest, legs may hurt, but each of the symptoms has its own reasons, so doctors do not advise getting too upset and nervous.
Abdominal pain during pregnancy is a fairly common occurrence; it can be caused by many factors, so its elimination should be approached only after a thorough examination.
The most common causes of abdominal pain in expectant mothers are:
- constipation (the uterus grows, compresses the intestines, complicates the process of emptying). To treat constipation, doctors advise eating more raw vegetables and fruits, spending more time in the fresh air and being active;
- sprain of the ligaments that support the uterus, causing sharp short-term pain in the abdominal area. In this situation, you should change your position and be patient for a while, and under no circumstances abuse painkillers. If a ligament is sprained, a pregnant woman may be advised to wear a bandage;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases during pregnancy is not uncommon - pancreatitis, appendicitis, intestinal obstruction and other diseases sometimes lead to the need for surgery. For this reason, doctors often advise a woman who wants to become a mother to undergo serious examination and treatment before conceiving, so that problems do not arise in the future.
— gynecological pain is the most dangerous; it often leads to miscarriages or serious complications during pregnancy. Gynecological pain can be aching, similar to contractions, often radiating to the back or lower back, and a specific red (brown) discharge may appear. In this case, a serious examination is necessary with mandatory placement of the patient in a hospital.
- ectopic pregnancy causes serious pain in the lower abdomen; as a rule, this pathology appears at 5-6 weeks. (more about ectopic pregnancy)
Headaches during pregnancy most often occur in the first and last trimesters. At an early stage, the pain is associated with the fact that the woman’s body is being rebuilt, “getting used” to the foreign body that is located in it and is constantly growing. In the first months of fetal development, hormonal changes occur in a woman’s body, which is reflected in the level of pressure. Headaches in the last months before childbirth are caused by the fact that the body is forced to give up all its reserves to the unborn baby; it is severely exhausted and shows this with unpleasant signals. You should fight headaches not with medications (taking medications can harm the baby), but with the help of proper nutrition and timely rest. A pregnant woman who has headaches should avoid chocolate, caffeine-containing foods, cheeses, smoked foods and preservatives. You should eat food several times a day and drink more liquid. Stress and overwork are strictly contraindicated for expectant mothers. In emergency cases, headaches can be relieved with cold compresses placed on the back of the head, while it is advisable to lie down in a dark room so that external factors do not disturb and give the pregnant woman the opportunity to rest in silence.
Chest pain occurs in a pregnant woman already at a time when she does not yet suspect that she will soon become a mother. This phenomenon can be easily explained; it is associated with the action of hormones that increase breast size and prepare it for lactation. Of course, this process cannot be painless. There is no point in taking any medications to eliminate chest pain; you can cope with it only by choosing the right underwear and maintaining hygiene. The bra should be made of natural materials and of a suitable size. Provided that the underwear does not compress the breasts, but supports them well, the pain will become much less, and the woman will not experience severe discomfort. A pregnant woman should dry her breasts daily with a warm, wet towel and do simple physical exercises that will strengthen the muscles and allow them to better support the mammary glands.
It is difficult to find a woman who during pregnancy would not experience pain in the back and lower back; unfortunately, this phenomenon periodically accompanies the expectant mother during different periods of bearing the baby.
The main causes of back and lower back pain are:
— problems with the musculoskeletal system (osteochondrosis, curvature of the spine, poor development of back muscles);
- lumbar radiculitis (pain radiates to the leg);
- hormonal changes and muscle overstretching (usually this pain goes away after the twentieth week of pregnancy);
— incorrect posture due to redistribution of the center of gravity (the curvature of the back changes due to protrusion of the abdomen);
- pressure from the enlarged uterus on the nerve endings located at the base of the spine (usually in late pregnancy);
There is no point in dealing with pain in the lumbar and back area with the help of medications; you should pay attention to physical therapy, avoid high-heeled shoes and use a bandage.
There can be many reasons why a pregnant woman has pain in her side while carrying a baby; they can be determined by the nature of the discomfort and the area where the pain occurs. Pain in the right side appears with diseases such as gallbladder dyskinesia and neuroses that provoke problems with the gallbladder. Treatment consists of eliminating stress and anxiety, as well as proper nutrition, which helps avoid bile stagnation.
Pain in the lower right side may be due to appendicitis, pressure on the ureter or fallopian tubes. Unpleasant sensations often arise as a result of infection or problems with the ovaries. In the early stages of pregnancy, pain in the right side may indicate an ectopic pregnancy. Pain in the left side prompts the expectant mother to pay attention to the health of organs such as the stomach, intestines, pancreas and spleen.
Joint pain is a fairly common phenomenon that occurs in pregnant women. The problem is that during the period when the fetus is formed and grows in the womb, useful substances (large amounts of calcium) leave the woman’s body. It is the lack of calcium that becomes the main cause of joint pain during pregnancy. As a rule, the aches occur in the back, legs and pelvis. This disease is easy to treat; it is enough to saturate the body with calcium in combination with vitamin D, which allows the mineral to be well absorbed. Proper nutrition in many cases is a panacea for joint disease during pregnancy; you should pay attention to foods such as fish (herring, salmon, tuna), liver and egg yolk. At the same time, expectant mothers should not rely on their own knowledge in the field of medicine and self-medicate; it would not be superfluous to contact a specialist who will help determine the cause of the pain and suggest a recipe for getting rid of it.
A person faces a sore throat throughout his life, but if it is understandable and not dangerous during a common cold in the absence of pregnancy, then during the period of bearing a child it is a serious threat to the unborn baby. If you experience a sore throat and dry throat, you should pay attention to the condition of the air in the room; if it is too dry, it makes sense to purchase a humidifier, this will solve the problem. However, not all health issues can be resolved so simply. Tonsillitis with purulent discharge caused by streptococcus can lead to fetal infection and sepsis. In rare advanced cases, antibiotics are prescribed; taking them is less dangerous than developing the disease. If a pregnant woman has inflamed tonsils, but there are no obvious signs of open infection, it makes sense to use Hexasprey, Lizobact lozenges and Tantum Verde spray. During pregnancy, it is strictly forbidden to use Lugol's ointment to treat the throat.
During pregnancy, a significant dose of calcium is washed out of the body of the expectant mother, and part of the useful mineral is taken by the fetus. As a result of a lack of this component, cramps occur, bones ache, and dental problems occur. To avoid the problem, you should eat foods such as potatoes, cabbage and dairy products. Often during pregnancy, the leg muscles cramp; this process occurs due to a shift in the woman’s center of gravity.
In this case, we can recommend the following exercises:
- stand on your toes and stretch your legs, as ballerinas do;
— lying on a flat surface (on your back) rest your feet against the wall with great pressure.
Cramps can be made less frequent if you place a pillow under your feet while resting, this will allow blood to flow away from the vessels of the lower extremities and significantly reduce the risk of pain.
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The last, 9th month of pregnancy will begin very soon. If the obstetric system for counting weeks of pregnancy is used, then the thirty-fifth week of pregnancy is approximately 8 months and 2-3 weeks. The belly has long been large, round or in a “mound” descending from the chest to the navel. The pelvic bones may hurt - their smooth movement begins and the fetal head descends into the pelvis. If your stomach has also dropped, your body is in full swing preparing for childbirth, it’s time to pack your bags for the maternity hospital with all your might, after watching the video guide from diapers.
At the full 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, the fetus can reach 47 cm in height, especially if it is known that the fetus is male. He also experiences descent of the testicles into the scrotum. Weight varies: from 2400 to 2700 grams. If twins are expected, then the weight of each fetus can be 2100-2300 grams, and the height is 42-45 cm. All organs and life support systems of the fetus are formed and mature, undergoing final “polishing” in preparation for childbirth. Every week the fetus gains 190-230 grams. There is already little space, so movements are not felt as actively, which is the norm for this stage of pregnancy. This is noticeable when watching an ultrasound video.
From week 35, the muscles become stronger, and by 36, the nails on the fingers and toes grow. Under the skin of the fetus, the amount of fat grows, ensuring proper heat exchange after birth. Physically, this is noticeable by the round cheeks, butt and shoulders of the fetus. He practices sucking and sometimes hiccups and coughs. At 35-36 weeks, lubrication on the fetal skin slowly decreases and you can take a good ultrasound photo or record a video.
Belly at 35 weeks
In rare cases, it happens that pregnant women at 35-36 weeks do not experience much discomfort or pain, except for heartburn and frequent trips to the toilet, and then the first problem goes away if the stomach has already dropped. Fetal movements occur in the evening, when the baby is uncomfortable or reacts to the belly being stroked. Twins always press harder, and shocks may be felt in the internal organs. The pelvic bones may begin to ache: some kind of restructuring occurs, allowing the fetal head to pass deeper into the mother’s pelvis in order to prevent the birth from going wrong.
From 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, training contractions become more and more felt, so many people confuse them with real ones. If twins are expected, then the risk is very high: according to statistics, many women give birth to them at 35-36 weeks. Typically, the expectant mother does not gain much weight - within 15 kg. The total weight of a pregnant woman at 35-36 weeks should be 12-13 kg more than the initial weight. The optimal weight gained is not an indicator that everything is fine, but this will reassure the gynecologist who is monitoring the first signs of gestosis. At 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, you can no longer do full fasting days to lose weight, but you can lighten afternoon snacks and dinners.
Weight may also be insufficient, which is explained by individual characteristics or heredity. The main thing is to make sure that your legs, face, neck and stomach do not swell. It is better for a pregnant woman to record her weight herself, checking it every morning before eating and after visiting the toilet. If twins are expected, then 500-700 grams per week will be the norm, since for each baby there is an increase of 250 grams. It is useful to watch a video about proper nutrition in the last months of pregnancy.
The belly does not always drop at 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, it can happen earlier or later. You can notice that your stomach has dropped if you stand up facing the mirror in your underwear every evening. Naturally, so that the entire belly is visible. If there are no such conditions, then you can remember the number of fingers between the chest and abdomen: in theory, it should no longer decrease, since the fetus has taken up maximum space in the body of the expectant mother. As soon as the distance increases, this is a signal that the stomach has dropped. And once it has dropped, there may be several hours, days or weeks before delivery. The fact that the stomach has dropped means that the baby has completely entered the pelvis with its head, and the processes of preparing its cervix for childbirth have begun in the uterus: shortening and widening of the pharynx.
At 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, premature birth most often occurs, especially if twins are expected. To prevent this from happening, it is better to monitor your feelings and warning signs of labor.
What you can do before the ambulance arrives: collect documents, things and money; watch a video on how to breathe during contractions and call your loved ones. On the other hand, at 35-36 weeks of pregnancy, weight may decrease if the problem with constipation has been resolved, the wardrobe has changed, or the pregnant woman went to the hairdresser (hair also has its own weight). A sagging belly by 36 weeks is no reason to panic; this happens a couple of weeks before giving birth, and not just a few hours. Breathe along with the video instructors, ask them to help you relax and not be nervous, because this could be a false alarm if your water doesn’t break. 34-35 weeks of pregnancy
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Now you have completed the 8th month of pregnancy, your belly has grown to a large size. Every day the child gains up to 28 grams. At 36 weeks of pregnancy, the baby is completely ready and happy to be born. The baby has chubby cheeks, tummy, body. The cheeks are well formed because the baby constantly sucks his fingers and prepares for feeding. After all, immediately after birth he will have to work hard to get enough. The baby's face also became plump and smooth. But the baby’s skull itself is still soft and during birth through the birth canal it will flatten.
The length of the child is from 44 cm, and the weight of the fetus at the 36th week of pregnancy is approximately 2750 grams.
We take the average fetal size and weight. These indicators are purely individual and depend on hereditary factors.
A woman at 36 weeks of pregnancy experiences the following ailments: lower back tension, back and stomach pain, constant weakness, swelling and discharge, and may be suffering from thrush. The urge to vomit and nausea become more frequent, and diarrhea is bothersome. All these worries overcome you in the run-up to the birth of your baby. The body is so tired that it reacts in this way. Get plenty of rest, lie on your back, breathe fresh air, do breathing exercises, wear cotton underwear, review your diet, don’t eat too much fatty foods and make sure you don’t include expired foods in your diet, forget about quick meals on the go. After meals, for better digestion of food, use enzymes (Mezim, Cholenzym, Pancreatin), medicinal water without gases. And you can get relief from thrush by washing with a soda solution (1 teaspoon per half liter of boiled water) or chamomile decoction (a tablespoon per liter of boiled water, let it brew, strain). But if curdled discharge appears at the 36th week of pregnancy, which contains admixtures of mucus and clots of pus, you need to consult a doctor. You have an infection. And if bleeding occurs, call an ambulance immediately. Bloody discharge with pain at 36 weeks of pregnancy is a possible placental abruption. And this, in turn, is a threat to the child and requires immediate specialized intervention. It is also advisable to go to the maternity hospital if there is thin, watery discharge. Such discharge may be amniotic fluid. It is not at all necessary that the waters will flow out in a continuous stream. In any case, only a doctor will explain the situation.
The 36th week of pregnancy presents surprises to the mother in the form of tremors under the heart, the little one’s legs are very active and the fetal movements are restless. The fundus of the expectant mother's uterus is now located directly under the sternum, which makes breathing difficult.
From 36 weeks, the woman is scheduled for weekly visits to the gynecologist. Most babies are already head down in the womb. But still 4% of babies are positioned with their buttocks down. This is a breech or pelvic presentation of the baby. In this case, problems may arise at birth, although not necessarily. The delivery option is a cesarean section. If your stomach hurts and feels like it is turning to stone, you should immediately consult a doctor. It is possible that you have uterine hypertonicity and this will cause premature birth.
The belly at 9 months requires careful care. To prevent stretch marks, lubricate the skin of the abdomen with special products (Mustela, Belly oil, Weleda), and ideally wear a prenatal bandage. A prenatal bandage also helps by reducing the number of training contractions.
Childbirth at 36 weeks of pregnancy is quite common. Therefore, a woman needs to be ready at any moment. There should be no cause for concern. This is fine. The child is already physically formed and ready to appear before you.
Sex at 36 weeks of pregnancy is not desirable for a woman; orgasm leads to an increase in the tone of the uterus, which means be prepared for childbirth at any moment, even if your doctor has not given restrictions on sex before.
This is the very period when a woman’s body intensively prepares for future childbirth, as well as for the subsequent postpartum period. The bones are stretched under the pressure of the growing uterus, and the space between the bones in the pelvic area expands so that the fetus can successfully pass through the birth canal. This is all accompanied by pain in the pelvic area. It will also be quite difficult with the work of the heart and lungs until the child takes the correct position and presses his head to the mother’s pelvic bones. This pain will accompany you for at least the next two weeks.
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Nutrition.
Nutrition in the thirty-sixth week of pregnancy is a very important factor. The success of the birth process and how you will feel before, during and after childbirth depend on nutrition. Therefore, it is worth listening to the opinions of experts and strictly following their instructions. Experts advise eliminating plant proteins from your diet. These are products such as. meat, fish, milk, butter. It is recommended to consume various types of fermented milk products, as well as cereals cooked in water, products of plant origin, herbal teas, baked vegetables, and freshly squeezed juices. You should eat, as before, in small portions, but often. Don't forget about vitamins. The child must receive as many necessary substances as possible and have the strength to overcome the difficult path that lies ahead of him.
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Photos of bellies
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Feel.
Women at these times are well aware of this. that pregnancy is not just a state in which almost every woman arrives, but that it is hard work that should be performed with a sense of responsibility for a new life. After all, the quality of life and health of your child directly depends on the quality of this work. At this stage, pregnant women become not just “overweight”, but clumsy. It’s hard for them not only to just do some even light work around the house, but it’s hard to just move around, sit in one position, and breathe. This discomfort. Accordingly, it causes increased irritability in the expectant mother. The feeling of anticipation of the approaching birth increasingly captures the consciousness of the pregnant woman. As a result, fatigue appears. Remember that you should not worry too much about the progress of labor. This is a process completely provided for by nature, and doctors can only control it, correcting the mistakes made by nature. At this time, you are still worried about swelling in your legs, arms, and lumbar region. Also this week, fetal movements are quite noticeable. Although in recent weeks the number of movements has been reduced by almost half. There may also be spasms in the muscles of the arms and legs, as well as heaviness in the lumbar region. Hemorrhoids still do not want to give up their position and in the majority of women who suffer from this unpleasant disease, in the absence of effective treatment, they only develop more and more. Discharge. which contain blood, also brown discharge can be an alarming signal. And especially when accompanied by sharp abdominal pain. If you have the same or similar symptoms, call an ambulance immediately. Most likely, you have experienced placental abruption, which can harm your pregnancy. Premature rupture of amniotic fluid may also occur. This is expressed by the appearance of liquid, watery discharge of white or yellowish color. Also, a reason to go to the doctor once again should be the appearance of cheesy discharge, as well as a mucous discharge with an admixture of pus, and those discharges that have an unpleasant odor. All these symptoms indicate the presence of an infection in the mother’s genital tract, which should be eliminated immediately.
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Photo ultrasound
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Peculiarities.
By the beginning of this week, the fetus has already accumulated a sufficient amount of subcutaneous fat. Because of this, he began to look quite cute. The child's skin turned light pink and wrinkles appeared. The head has become velvety and there is almost no fluff on it. The hair has become longer and the eyelashes have become more pronounced. The cartilage of the auricle has noticeably thickened. The child has already grown enough to feel cramped inside. Therefore, movements have noticeably decreased. This shouldn't scare you.
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Fruit size.
By the end of this week, the fetus was 47 centimeters tall and weighed 2800 grams.
Pregnancy 36 weeks. Photo of the fetus
The training contractions are getting stronger and stronger every week. Don't worry about this. The body is preparing for the upcoming difficult process. Moreover, real training contractions quickly stop and the abdominal pain goes away. You will definitely understand when real contractions come. With true contractions, the interval between them shortens and the pain increases significantly. Everything is provided by nature and you don’t have to worry too much. After all, you are not the first and not the last woman in labor.
Many women experience rare abdominal pain in the lower abdomen at 37 weeks of pregnancy. Basically, such pain is a fairly normal and completely safe symptom during pregnancy. 37th week of pregnancy - lower abdomen hurts. If this is your first pregnancy, then you will observe significant changes in your stomach.
What is especially noticeable is that the tummy is drooping. For all women, the tummy drops at different times - for some 2 weeks before the birth itself, for others a few days before the birth, and for some women the tummy drops a few hours before giving birth. At 37 weeks of pregnancy, women often notice that their stomach “turns to stone” and pain appears: for some it is sharp, for others it is aching.
There are many reasons for pain during pregnancy at 37 weeks. For women, rare pain (similar to period pain) during pregnancy, especially at 37 weeks, may be a sign that you are approaching your due date. But if there is pain in the lower abdomen, accompanied by symptoms such as fever or chills, or even bleeding, then this may already be a sign of serious problems. In this case, you should immediately contact your doctor. The main cause of pain in the lower abdomen at 37 weeks of pregnancy may be premature birth.
Women usually feel pain in the lower abdomen or cramps: this may be the main symptom that the uterus is enlarged, but it can also be a sign of premature birth. For premature birth, short, constant contractions in the lower abdomen are more typical. As a result of such contractions, the cervix gradually opens.
A woman may also notice mucous bloody discharge, which will be accompanied not only by pain in the lower abdomen, but also by pain in the lower back. In this case, you need to contact your doctor as soon as possible! In many cases, premature labor can be successfully stopped, allowing you to carry your baby to term until natural birth.
— Abbreviations. The abdomen becomes very tense, such contractions occur every 10 minutes or even more often.
- Pressure and pain in the pelvic area - it feels as if the child is pushing away and pressing down.
- Cramps that are quite similar to cramps during menstruation. Other signs of premature labor include: - changes in fluid discharge or bleeding from the vagina.
- Aching pain in the lower back.
Also, the causes of pain in the lower abdomen during pregnancy at 37 weeks can be pain in the round ligament, preeclampsia or placental rupture. If the spasms are accompanied by heavy bleeding or excessive, disturbing discharge, the pregnant woman should immediately consult a doctor. Most pregnant women also experience moderate lower abdominal pain throughout pregnancy. As a rule, these pains are caused by the process of stretching the uterus or constipation, gases.
Round ligament pain can develop into sharp pain in one side or both sides of the abdomen. But most often these pains are more pronounced on the right side of the pelvis. But fortunately, the severity of such pain can be easily reduced by relaxing or changing the position of your body; the pain of the round ligament can be reduced by lying on the side opposite from the pain.
Pain in the lower abdomen at 37 weeks of pregnancy is a fairly common occurrence. Usually and most often, pain in the lower abdomen is the result of round ligament pain. Round ligament pain occurs as a result of normal, normal changes during pregnancy. A pregnant woman's uterus is the size of an average pear. Thick ligaments, one of which is called the round ligament, support your uterus in the abdominal cavity. As your uterus increases in size and weight during pregnancy, these thick cords become quite long and thin - similar to rubber bands. And the tension of the ligaments and their ruptures on sensitive structures and on neighboring nerve fibers are the very cause of pain in the lower abdomen. The severity of such pain can be very frightening for a pregnant woman. Round ligament spasms usually cause very sharp pain. A woman may even wake up at night from severe pain.
Round ligament pain can also appear after performing even minor physical exercises. Fortunately, not every pregnant woman experiences round ligament pain. But absolutely all women experience significant changes in their bodies during pregnancy, which are determined by the growth of the child in the uterus and the production of progesterone.
Pregnant women can often feel sharp and nagging abdominal pain, which can be accompanied by very serious causes. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendage located on the right side. Pregnant women suddenly lose their appetite and experience vomiting, nausea, high body temperature, and, as the appendage becomes inflamed, nagging pain intensifies. A woman can sometimes feel pain with appendicitis in the upper abdomen - this is due to the fact that the uterus is enlarged.
Pain in the ovaries - a cyst may rupture, which will cause the pregnant woman sudden sharp pain in the lower abdomen. If your pain is also accompanied by: high body temperature, chills, pain when urinating or difficulty walking, consult a doctor immediately. The doctor will prescribe a pelvic ultrasound to accurately determine whether the condition is dangerous for your life or the life of the child.
And also, if an ultrasound showed that you are having twins, then the thirty-seventh week of pregnancy may be the final week for the children. According to statistics, twins are born at 37 weeks of pregnancy.
It should be remembered that only the doctor treating you, a doctor who examines you throughout your pregnancy, can 37 weeks of pregnancy You should not self-medicate - it can harm you and your child.
swollen legs, 36 weeks pregnant
someone had such problems. tell me what you did. I know that it is difficult to give birth if there is swelling.
I try to drink little and so on. I heard that you need to go on a diet, apples, milk, etc., but what will the baby eat then?
They just appeared today, and they are still weak, I don’t want to launch it all.
don't eat salty things
buy brusniver at the pharmacy (I brewed it, cooled it and drank it instead of water when I was thirsty)
but, to be honest, I had swelling since 35 weeks, at 36 I was diagnosed with a blood flow disorder (due to swelling!). they went away very poorly for me, because I realized it too late, but I gave birth normally
Swelling often occurs several weeks before giving birth. Especially at 36-40 weeks. It happens that there has never been edema, but then the fingers swell during pregnancy and, especially, in the last weeks, although no edema was observed during the entire pregnancy. The reason for this is the growing uterus. It has grown to a large size and begins to put pressure on the veins, blood begins to flow slowly and fluid is retained in the body.
If your edema is associated with physiological edema, which disappears after the elimination of the provoking factor, as described above, then you do not have to worry. But if you notice that the swelling will not go away on its own, i.e.
as well as legs, thighs, abdomen, lower back, then you need to immediately inform your gynecologist about this.
An important symptom and cause for alarm is also rapid weight gain or, as doctors call it, rapid weight gain (more than 20 during the entire pregnancy or more than 400 g per week). Weigh yourself regularly.
The level of swelling in your body can be easily determined at home: press with your finger in the area of the lower leg, where the bone is covered only by skin, where there are no muscles (at the front of the lower leg). If the skin immediately returns to its place after pressing, everything is ok. But if a dent remains in that place for some time, this is swelling.
In the hospital, tests are done to determine swelling. On an outpatient basis, you can undergo the necessary tests or McClure Aldrich to determine swelling.
In order to get rid of annoying swelling as quickly as possible, you need to find the cause of its appearance and eliminate it.
Cool foot baths are very helpful. After this, lie on your left side and place your legs on a pillow or any elevated surface.
It is a big mistake to think that you need to drink less. Today, doctors no longer advise pregnant women to reduce the amount of fluid in case of swelling. Fluid is essential for the development of the human body. Moreover, a sharp decrease in the amount of fluid will lead to the body beginning to accumulate fluid reserves. Drink at least 1.5 liters per day (including fruits and vegetables containing juices). Drink clean water without gas, you can add lemon or drink green tea. It is better to give up coffee.
- pour boiling water over the dried apricots and leave overnight, and in the morning drink this delicious infusion 30-40 minutes before meals.
Do not take diuretics without your doctor's approval.
Edema during pregnancy is a phenomenon familiar to almost every woman. To varying degrees, but swelling almost always accompanies pregnancy. Some people's nose swells, while others' arms and legs swell. How to get rid of edema and poor health during this most important period of a woman’s life?
A pregnant woman may develop a runny nose from the first weeks; swelling of this type does not pose a serious threat, but causes a lot of anxiety and impedes the supply of oxygen to the fetus.
Fingers also often swell - everyone knows how difficult it is sometimes for a woman in this position to remove or put on a ring. Moderate swelling, regardless of the number of weeks, does not require treatment if it is not accompanied by swelling of the legs and back. Swelling of the legs is also not dangerous, but sometimes they can be a sign of gestosis - late toxicosis. Therefore, a visit to the doctor is mandatory, even if swelling does not bother you.
Why does swelling appear at five, ten or 39 weeks? Edema is the accumulation of excess fluid for the body. As a rule, a woman drinks more during pregnancy. In addition, an excess amount of sodium accumulates in her body, which has the property of retaining water. Moderate swelling is not dangerous. Sometimes after intense physical activity or excessive consumption of salty foods, physiological swelling occurs, regardless of the number of weeks. In this case, swelling disappears after rest. If swelling appears suddenly, it is dangerous.
How can you tell if a pregnant woman has edema? Each week, the weight gain should not be more than 400 g, and if more than 20 kg has been added to the total weight by 39 weeks, edema can be easily diagnosed. Such a serious weight gain may “speak” of internal edema.
This is a full term pregnancy. Fatigue accumulates, it becomes more and more difficult for a woman to bear the increased weight, heartburn, and constipation. I am worried about pain in my back and lower back, my stomach often aches, and the baby’s movements are now noticeably painful. He's gaining weight quite well.
What else worries a woman at 38 weeks of pregnancy? Edema. As a rule, they almost always occur. The reasons for their appearance are different - if it is physiological swelling, then after a good rest they will disappear. If this is a consequence of kidney disease, varicose veins, appropriate treatment is required. In any case, at 38 weeks, swelling should not be scary
At this time, they can arise due to significant pressure from the enlarged uterus on the organs adjacent to it. The uterus “compresses” the vessels and thus prevents the normal outflow of fluid. Thus, if the pregnancy is 38 weeks, swelling should not frighten the expectant mother. However, provided that they are not accompanied by an increase in pressure, there is no protein present in the urine, and there is no significant weight gain. If these symptoms are present, we may be talking about gestosis.
If a woman swells after sleep, diuretics have no effect, this may well indicate a pathology of pregnancy at 38 weeks. Edema of this nature is more difficult to treat and requires drug therapy in the hospital.
Regardless of the number of weeks, swelling does not decorate a woman and causes discomfort. Is there a way to get rid of them - provided that there is no pathology in this case?
You should try not to sit or stand for a long time, and not to cross your legs when you sit on a chair, so as not to impair blood circulation. It is worth lying down on the bed more often and elevating your legs to help the fluid drain out. Many people mistakenly believe that at 39 weeks, swelling will disappear if you drink less fluid. It's a delusion. You need to drink enough water - at least 8-10 glasses a day. Salt is also necessary for any number of weeks. Swelling is not an obstacle to its sufficient consumption, unless your doctor has recommended an appropriate diet.
Prefer loose clothes over tight ones, sleep less on your back. Swimming and exercise on an exercise bike are great help.
How to relieve the condition of a pregnant woman at 38 weeks? Swelling disappears after a course of taking diuretics (take only as prescribed by a doctor). You should follow the rules when drinking water: drink small portions, but often, consume more fermented milk products.
I'm already 36 weeks pregnant. Many fears and anxieties are already left behind. And ahead is such a long-awaited joyful event - the appearance of a baby in the family. However, small unpleasant sensations still remain and haunt the mother.
This is pain in the abdominal cavity. There can be many reasons why pain occurs. And they cause great concern among pregnant women. No wonder. Because the expectant mother thinks and worries about the baby.
Pain in the lower abdomen at 36 weeks of pregnancy is a common and fairly common occurrence, usually not dangerous. After all, a woman carries a little man inside herself. And the uterus greatly increases in size. Puts pressure on internal organs. In addition, a large belly causes a shift in the center of gravity. In addition, hormonal levels change, causing joints and ligaments to soften and relax. This leads to pain in the hip joints, pubic area and pelvic area. Therefore, pain in the lower abdomen is quite normal and natural. Especially in the last stages of pregnancy.
In addition, hemorrhoids may appear or worsen during pregnancy. There is no need to be ashamed of this problem. Contact your doctor as soon as possible. You will be prescribed the most suitable, safe remedy that will help you get rid of this disease.
If you experience severe pain in the lower abdomen, you can drink no-shpa. But if the pain does not go away after taking the pill, call an ambulance. Because pain, like during menstruation, can appear with oligohydramnios. This indicates that the volume of amniotic fluid is too small. And the baby is very uncomfortable in the stomach. In addition, if you have oligohydramnios, it will be quite difficult for you to give birth.
At 36 weeks of pregnancy, nagging pain in the abdomen can very often occur, as during menstruation. There is no need to be afraid of this. After all, nagging pain is an integral symptom in the last weeks of bearing a child. This is due to the appearance of spasms. During this period of time, the baby changes its location. His head is already below. The weight of the baby is concentrated in the center of the uterus. Because of this, the woman has the feeling that her stomach is slowly starting to sink. Because of this, nagging pain appears, which can periodically radiate to the back and lower back.
Unlike the beginning and middle of the period, at 36 weeks of pregnancy a woman can already take more medications. Therefore, to make the pain go away, take no-shpa.
Also, nagging abdominal pain can occur as a result of training contractions. They happen to almost all pregnant women. Nagging pain, as during menstruation, is often the reason that the body is preparing for future childbirth. But in this case, the pain is sudden. And after a few minutes it goes away. If the pain is prolonged, and is also accompanied by bleeding, immediately call an ambulance.
Among other things, nagging pain can occur when the uterus is in a state of increased tone. At week 36, such behavior of the uterus is highly undesirable. After all, hypertonicity of the uterus can cause oxygen starvation of the baby or the onset of premature labor. A distinctive feature of this pain is back pain. If the pain does not disappear at rest and continues for more than one day, then you should consult a gynecologist. After all, the pregnancy needs to last at least two more weeks.
When nagging pain appears, many pregnant women begin to panic. Remember that you shouldn't be nervous. Try to calm down. No matter how difficult and scary it may be for you. Drink some water. Breathe deeply. Observe the sensations carefully. It often happens that when a woman comes to her senses and calms down, the pain immediately goes away.
If you are very worried about any abdominal pain, it is better to consult your doctor. The 36th week of pregnancy is the most crucial period. And you are doing the right thing by listening to your body. Don’t be afraid to call an ambulance again or ask your doctor a question. Not only your child’s health, but yours too, depends on you now. Do you feel like you're having false contractions? What if not? It's better not to guess. Go to the clinic and see for yourself. After all, only a doctor can accurately determine if your contractions are false or if real labor has begun. Your doctor has been monitoring your pregnancy. He knows the specifics of your health.
And most importantly, never self-medicate. After all, ignorance of the symptoms or uncertainty can cause bad consequences.
Remember that the 36th week of pregnancy is the period when you should be ready to go to the maternity hospital at any time. Everything you need should already be in your bag. Your phone should always be at hand. After all, contractions could start at any moment. And childbirth at 36 weeks is very common. So it’s better not to relax, thinking that you still have two whole weeks left.
The pregnancy period is caused by changes in women’s well-being and in the body as a whole. Sometimes various unpleasant sensations occur, including pain in the groin area. Often, such symptoms are associated with the processes of fetal formation and are the norm. But sometimes this can signal the presence of some kind of illness. Groin pain can be of different etiologies and accompany a woman at different stages of pregnancy.
Physiological changes occur in the body of the expectant mother caused by sprained ligaments and the low position of the fetal head. A common cause is uterine hypertonicity, as a result of which the ligaments with which the body of the uterus is attached to the pelvic area are greatly stretched and create a feeling of heaviness, dull aching or nagging pain and discomfort. This problem can be solved by wearing a bandage and a series of special exercises. At the same time, you should not make sudden movements.
Sharp piercing pain can occur when turning from one side to the other, when walking and in a sitting position. In this case, you do not need to do anything. The discomfort will go away immediately after pregnancy is resolved.
A lack of calcium in the body can also cause pain, which often appears in the pubic bone area (symphysitis). Pain may also occur when walking and spreading the legs to the sides, in the back and thigh. For accuracy, ultrasound diagnostics is performed. In this case, the doctor may prescribe vitamins, calcium supplements and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Inguinal pain also appears with inguinal lymphadenitis (inflammation of the lymph nodes in the corresponding area). This is a common consequence of infectious diseases.
In this case, the disease has a negative impact on the fetus, because it is most likely transmitted from mother to baby. To avoid this, you need to undergo preliminary examinations and reduce the risk of transmitting the virus. If infection does occur and the stage of the disease turns out to be severe, then it is likely that a caesarean section will be required. Treatment usually includes antiviral therapy. Prescriptions are made only by the doctor.
Unpleasant sensations in the pelvic area can also be associated with exacerbation of varicose veins. In this case, it is recommended to wear special stockings.
Constipation is considered another cause of pain. Some doctors are inclined to believe that these unpleasant symptoms appear due to the instability of the nervous system of the expectant mother, but basically this happens because the enlarged uterus simply presses on the intestinal walls and creates stagnation. In any case, a special diet is prescribed with subsequent observation by a doctor.
We must remember that self-medication is strictly contraindicated! Diagnosis should be carried out by specialists, and only after confirmation of the diagnosis is appropriate treatment carried out. Normally, groin pain in women in position goes away with relaxation. If they get worse or become more frequent, you should immediately seek medical help to avoid serious problems. If no obvious pathology is detected in a pregnant woman, then it is believed that pain of this nature is physiological and natural. In this case, gymnastics and wearing a bandage are recommended. And after delivery, as a rule, the pain goes away. Health to you and your baby!
Pregnancy places very serious demands on the female body. From the beginning of the second trimester, the fetus is a powerful nutrient processing machine. But the unborn baby not only needs to be fed, it needs to be warmed, carried with you, rid of toxins, etc.
One of the results of increased stress on the female body is pain in the hip joint during pregnancy. Let's look at the problem in more detail; answers to important questions are provided later in the article.
The causes of pain in the hip joint in an expectant mother are associated with both hormonal and metabolic disorders, as well as with changes in skeletal biomechanics caused by pregnancy. Main reasons:
Hormonal changes. The body of a pregnant woman produces a special peptide (a protein with the properties of a hormone) - relaxin, which helps to increase the extensibility of the ligamentous apparatus of the pelvic bones. The biological need for this peptide is for the pelvic bones to separate, allowing the fetal head to pass through, but at the same time this hormone increases the possibility of injury to the hip joint.
Overload of the joint due to the growth of the uterus. Normally, over 9 months a pregnant woman gains an average of 10 kg, and all these kilograms are in her stomach, changing the biomechanical loads on the spinal column and hip joints. In this case, the joints are overloaded quite significantly.
Calcium deficiency. The baby’s skeleton begins to form at 7 weeks and from that moment on it consumes a large amount of calcium, and it can only take it from the mother’s body. The need for calcium in a pregnant woman exceeds the norm by 3 times, and due to a deficiency of this microelement, the hip joint and bones can hurt, teeth can decay, and in advanced cases, heart rhythm disturbances can occur.
Exacerbation of old injuries and chronic diseases. As already mentioned, pregnancy is a serious burden on the mother’s body, and if a woman has diseases or injuries to the bones and joints, then she needs to prepare for pregnancy in advance by taking preventive measures.
Referred pain. In late pregnancy, biomechanical disturbances in the spine, as well as the pressure of the fetal mass on the nerve trunks, can lead to neurological pain, which, radiating to the buttock, can simulate the pathology of the hip joint.
The methods described below are both preventive and therapeutic. If you have problems with the hip joint, they will help get rid of pain. In their absence, this is an excellent prevention, which is very important to pay attention to already at the beginning of pregnancy (complaints that the hip joint hurts are made by 15–20% of expectant mothers, so you shouldn’t wait “until thunder strikes”).
What is definitely worth doing:
Take enough calcium throughout your pregnancy. An expectant mother over 18 years of age needs one gram of ionized calcium per day. To ensure sufficient volumes of its consumption, it is necessary that the diet include a large amount of dairy products, primarily cheeses and cottage cheese. Vegetables, nuts and fish are also beneficial (these are sources of phosphorus, an essential element for ensuring proper calcium balance).
Wear an orthosis (retaining belt) on the stomach starting from the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. This will redistribute the biomechanical load on the skeleton.
Getting more rest and relaxation is universal advice for hip pain, regardless of the cause.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, avoid high heels.
There should be moderate physical activity, swimming is especially good (strengthens muscles, relieves stress well and at the same time trains the sore joint).
There are also medical means to combat joint problems during pregnancy, but only a doctor should decide whether to take painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs. Acupuncture also has a good effect.
Pregnancy is not only a great blessing, but also a serious test for a woman’s body, so you need to prepare for motherhood in advance. It is necessary to engage in physical education in order to strengthen the muscles and ligaments of the abdominal press and pelvic floor, saturate your body with iron and calcium, if possible get rid of chronic diseases, and also prepare yourself psychologically.
Medical supervision is of no small importance. Even vitamin preparations should not be taken without consulting a specialist. Taking pills for pain in the hip joint, which were recommended by a neighbor or friend, can harm both yourself and your baby. For example, excess calcium in the body can cause the appearance of kidney stones, constipation, heart rhythm disturbances and other problems. It is for this reason that any expectant mother is simply obliged to regularly attend an antenatal clinic.