TUMMY PAINS

Jo Locker · Post by **Jo Locker** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 11:58 am

I dont feel really worried or anything but have quite a sharp pain very low down on my right hand side - so low it almost feels like the top of my leg! I'm sure it's wind of some kind but I've had it for a couple of days and its nagging - has anyone else had this kind of thing - I know there are all kinds of pains we get and I'm starting to suffer a bit from indigestion now so feel generally a bit windy & bloated. Be glad to hear if any of you have had this. lots of love - Jo. XX (22 wks)

bertie · Post by **bertie** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 1:27 pm

Jo I have that pain sometimes but I thought it was 'cos I wasnt going to the loo when I needed to. As we have miles to walk to the loo at work I just cant be bothered to get up off my chair!! so I thought it was cos I waited till the last minute. Bertie x 16wk&2days

Nikola · Post by **Nikola** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 2:50 pm

Hi jo I've had really severe abdominal pains and I'm not as far on as you, so was quite worried but my consultant said I'd probably strained some ligaments but it is to be expected and try a hot water bottle and if very severe take paracetomol. Not bothered with the tablets but I can definitely recommend the hot water bottle. If I'm going on a long car journey and take one in the car and I always take one to bed too. I also had a look in my Dr Miriam Stoppard New Pregnancy and Birth Book and she says abdominal pain can be expected during 2nd and 3rd trimester. Round ligament pain ocurrs during pregnancy when the ligaments supporting the uterus stretch. Symptoms are either felt as stabbing, cramp-like pain when you get up after sitting or lying for a time or a dragging pain on one side only. The treatment suggested is to apply a hot water bottle to relax muscles, because the pain is normally spasmodic painkillers are not worthwhile! Hope this helps! Love nikola.xx

ogr1 · Post by **ogr1** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 3:15 pm

jo i e-mailed you but i think that way to much work and money has gone in to getting pregnant and if you dont feel right or you are worried about something then drive your doc and nurse mad and have them check everything out!!! if nothing else at least you will get to see your little ones an extra time. just remind them of what you have had to go threw to get pregnant.. they cant always tell whats up until they take a look.. love becky

Jo Locker · Post by **Jo Locker** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 3:38 pm

Thank you so much for your replies - I am always touched when people take the time to reply and comfort you when you have a worry - it amazes me every time, thank-you. What I think I'll do is just lay low this evening with my hot water bottle and give the midwife a call tomorrow if it hasnt gone away - you're right Becky that's what they're there for and it is far too precious to take any chance on, bless you. Lots of Love - Jo. XX

rachel r · Post by **rachel r** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 5:05 pm

Hi Jo Like Nikola said, its the uterus stretching. It feels like stitch a bit doesn't it. I was worried at first too, but once you know its all normal, its fine. Like the others said, if it worries you big time, have a scan and see your little girl again! Love Rachel x

bubblymichelle · Post by **bubblymichelle** » Thu Nov 13, 2003 5:37 pm

Hi Jo, The worrying just doesn't stop, we do get all sorts of pain and to be honest I had these pains as well and the midwife said its normal. The thing is Jo if you are worried I would get it checked because we have paid alot of money to be in our situation and that's what they are there for. Love Shell. 30wks pg xx

Nikola · Post by **Nikola** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 4:40 pm

hi Jo How are you feeling now? Did you go and have another scan? Hopefully you will be feeling much better! love nikola.xx ps Shell - I can't believe you are 30 weeks, I can remember the day you got your +ve!!

bubblymichelle · Post by **bubblymichelle** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 9:31 pm

Hi Nikola Yeah don't remind me about the time when I broke my heart because I tested early and got a negative and now here I am 30wks and can't wait for my baby to be born. Love Shell. 30wks 4d pg xx

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