M.M. asks from Akron, NY on April 09, 2008
Pains
ive been havin these bad sharp pains on my right side for 2 weeks, they went away and now again today, i cant even hardly walk again, are these the braxton hicks?
So What Happened?™
well for the pains i had, they sent me for a ;abor check, and i was having contractions, so they took me out of work, and just to stay home and rest now. the doc said wait at least a couple more weeks.
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H.O. answers from Buffalo on April 11, 2008
It could be Braxton-Hicks, but it also could be something like gallbladder or even an appendix. It's hard to pinpoint the origin of abdominal pain, as the Vagus nerve, the nerve that serves the area, is spread out through the abdomen.
I would talk to the O.B. and probably also to an internist.
Good luck!
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M.K. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
If its on you side, then NO its not braxton hicks,
It could be Gas, or the babys finger nails, or your bladder.
Its normal to feel pain while pregnant, its a very uncomfortable situation, but makesure when you talk to your doctor you tell him, ALso you can always call the office and ask them about it, this way you can describe it better, and if they are concerned they'll have you come in.
Good luck,and congrats M.,
M
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S.S. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
With both of my pregnancies I had sharp pains on the right side in my 3rd trimester. Both times they told me it was most likely stretching and my body getting ready. Never hesitate to call your ob/gyn though when something doesn't feel right. Best of Luck!
J.B. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
I would call your doctor immediately and ask them the best course of action. Try to rest and best good luck!
J.W. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
Hi M.!
I would say "more than likely" BUT please check w/ your doc just to be sure!
Sincerely yours,
J. in Jersey
J.O. answers from New York on April 09, 2008
Sounds like it could be ligaments stretching...try getting on all fours and letting your belly hang down for a little while. This could help everything to release and relax. Congratulations!
C.R. answers from Albany on April 10, 2008
It's very common for pregnant women to get kidney stones. I had them in my first pregnancy at 7 months. You probably passed one and didn't even know it, they come out in your pee. Go to your doctor and have it checked out. A bad one can make you go into pre-term labor so don't let it go too long.
C. R
L.A. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
Hi M.. The pains could be braxton hicks. Are you experiencing any other symptoms. I had braxton hicks with both my pregnancies. With my last pregnancy I started getting them at 21 weeks. If they are really bothersome I would check with your ob. When I had braxton hicks my stomach would become hard as a rock and then go back to normal. Also you can get braxton hicks more frequently if you are not drinking enough fluids. My ob told me to try and drink 2 liters per day. If they get worse I would check with your doctor. I hope this was helpful. L.
M.L. answers from New York on April 10, 2008
Hey M.,
Are the pains directly under your right breast? I know that when I had Braxton Hicks it was a tightness over your whole belly....almost like pre-contractions and not nearly as painful as the real things....I also had gallbladder issues and ended up having to have my gallbladder out 3 months after my daughter was born....just a thought that maybe it is your gallbladder....if its almost like a combination of indigestion and right sided pain....you might want to ask your OB....I dont want to scare you but I know that gallbladder issues are common with pregnancy because of all the hormone rushes and stuff....Hope this helps!!
M.
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