In fact, stomach pain is more common in the early stage of pregnancy. This is because the uterus enlarges and stimulates the bones. Pregnant women will feel a slight pulling pain in the abdomen. Many expectant mothers will have stomach pain symptoms, some of which are normal physiological reactions, and some are abnormal. The response needs attention. So, what are the normal and abnormal reactions to stomach pain in early pregnancy? Let's take a look.

Normal reaction to stomach pain in early pregnancy

The fetus develops day by day in the mother's womb. As the months go by, the uterus will also enlarge, possibly irritating the surrounding bones, and the skin may feel tight, similar to stretch pains. The enlarged uterus constantly stimulates the lower edge of the rib, which can also cause rib pain, even dull pain , and may result in restricted movement.

However, these are normal reactions after pregnancy and generally do not require special treatment. If you have dull rib pain, abdominal pain, you can slowly lift your arm and do some small stretches to ease the pain, or you can sleep on your side to ease the pain.

Everyone will have different symptoms in the early stage of pregnancy, some lethargy, some morning sickness, some fatigue, and some stomach pain... These symptoms generally appear after 6 weeks of menopause and last until 3 months of pregnancy. Everyone's situation is different, and there are also longer durations.

Abnormal reaction to stomach pain in early pregnancy

Although some expectant mothers will have stomach pains after pregnancy, this does not mean that pregnancy will inevitably have stomach pains!

If the pain is obvious and prolonged, and accompanied by bleeding symptoms, it is generally related to fertilized egg quality, endometrial condition, ectopic pregnancy, and uterine adnexal disease.

If the stomach pain is unbearable in the first trimester, the pregnant mother should do a blood hCG test to rule out threatened miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, or do a further comprehensive physical examination to rule out other uterine appendage diseases. In particular, couples with a history of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, and family genetic diseases should pay more attention in the first trimester.

Abnormal reaction 1: Right abdominal pain in early pregnancy

It is normal to have mild pain on the right side in early pregnancy, which is caused by the growth of the uterus and irritation of the bones. However, the pain is tolerable and usually lasts ten to twenty minutes. If the pain persists for several days, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination.

In addition, some expectant mothers may experience early pregnancy reactions such as nausea and vomiting when they have stomach pains in the first trimester, which is caused by excessive gastric acid secretion in the first trimester. Generally speaking, you can pay attention to your diet. In addition, acute gastritis and enteritis can also cause stomach pain.

Abnormal reaction 2: Left abdominal pain in early pregnancy

This pain is mostly located on one or both sides of the lower abdomen and uterus and can be referred, dull, or dull. The pain can become more pronounced when walking long distances or changing positions. If it comes out of the groin on the left side, it is likely that a pregnant egg is implanting. It should also be noted that if the pain is more obvious, seek medical attention immediately.

Precautions for stomach pain in early pregnancy

Although most expectant mothers experience abdominal pain in the early stages of pregnancy, they still need daily care.

The first 3 months of pregnancy are a time when miscarriage can occur. At this time, sex life should be avoided as much as possible; in addition, if vaginal bleeding occurs, even if it is only a small amount, you should go to the hospital in time to rule out the possibility of complications. Knowing the various precautions during pregnancy can help expectant mothers to cope with pregnancy symptoms more easily. Finally, I hope everyone can have a smooth pregnancy and give birth to a healthy and smart baby!