J.F. asks from Bloomington, IN on March 12, 2010
Bad Headaches During Third trimester...normal?
I'm 33 weeks and I've been getting really bad headaches the past week to two weeks. I see my doctor today and will ask...but wanted to know if this is normal during the last trimester.
I had preeclampsia with baby #1 and don't have any other symptoms to think I have it again.
I'm taking Tylenol only when it gets bad enough and am taking at least one dose once a day.
Any insight would be helpful. Thanks!
So What Happened?™
Saw my doctor earlier and my blood pressure is great. Thank God. We are figuring that the headaches are stress/tension related. We've had a lot going on (trip back to Indiana for a funeral, a 2 year old who doesn't want to sleep at night, etc.). I plan to visit the chiropractor in another few days. It has been awhile. I'm also going to take it super easy this weekend. Thanks for the information. I'm sure I could always drink a little more water, too. :) The bathroom is already my favorite place in the house! :)
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V.C. answers from Dallas on March 12, 2010
J.,
Get your blood pressure checked.
V.
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I.G. answers from Seattle on March 12, 2010
I agree with possible dehydration, make sure you get plenty of liquids.
But also get your blood pressure checked. Headaches can be a sign of high blood pressure (they don't have to be related, but it is a possibility).
Good luck!
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M.W. answers from St. Cloud on March 12, 2010
Get to a chiropractor! You will find the relief you are looking for. Worked great when I was pregnant.
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M.B. answers from Medford on March 12, 2010
Hi! Congratulations on your second baby coming in a few weeks! And your doctor will know more re. the headaches. Find a good book to relax with. Drink plenty of liquids. Get help with your first child if needed to relax - Grandma or a friend - or videos and coloring books (not sure what age). Also plan easy meals.
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C.W. answers from New York on March 12, 2010
i know what ur going trow i just had my daughter feb 3 and the last 2 months my head wanted nothing more then to pop.you should try taking a shower and just let the water run down ur head close ur eyes for a min or to.it will help releave some of the pain. if that did not work i would lay down for about 30 45 min no more then that or u will just feel sleepy. that should help.
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C.M. answers from Austin on March 12, 2010
Normal. I started getting migraines with my 2nd child during the 3rd trimester. The doctor gave me some pain pills. It's been 3 years now and I don't get them anymore.
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J.P. answers from Boise on March 12, 2010
I always get dehydration headaches, and had them bad with my last pregnancy. I was drinking Gatorade to help. This time I am doing much better with my water consumption, but you may want to try increasing your water. I was told that I need 100oz a day while pregnant.
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