Is this a sign of pregnancy?

Question

I have pain in my stomach in the lower part right above my privite area.. also, I have the "runs" and I feel sick to my stomach.. I hardly can eat.. after I go to the bathroom .. the pain in my stomach starts??

I never had this before.. I have kids already..

Pain in stomach above the privite area.. The "runs" lasted 3 days including today.. I had unprotected sex all june and 5 times in july.. twice a day.. I don't feel all the sick.. just cramping feeling in the stomach.. in the front.. it hurts to lay on my stomach!!

Answer 1

No it sounds like you have a stomach virus see a doctor.

Answer 2

It sounds like you could have IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). I have it. Certain foods can trigger it too (for me I find it to be dairy products and things with a lot of carbohydrates like pasta, white bread and potatoes). It's as common as the common cold, but it's a pain in the a$$ all the same. If you can figure out whats triggering it, try reducing your intake of it, it may help. I'd also go to your doctor and more or less get it confirmed, although there's not much that can be done treatment wise, sorry to say.

Answer 3

Probably not. Cramping is not a normal sign of pregancy. If you are running a fever, consider appendicitis. In any case, if it goes on very long, see a doctor.

Answer 4

No, but it could be a sign of IBS, irritable bowel syndrome or you could have a ectopic pregnancy, where the baby is stuck in your tube and that is dangerous. Call your doctor right away and good luck.

Answer 5

See a doctor you could have cramps or stomach flu which sometimes feels like cramps but it is not.

Answer 6

If you have a positive pregnancy test and you have pain, you should see your doctor immediately. It can be very serious.

Answer 7

could be but again could not be

Answer 8

sounds like u are dehydrated... the runs have nothing to do with getting pregnant thats something elts. as for the tummy pains it could be any thing dehydrated std pregnancy anything. and jsut cause u get sick does not always mean u are pregnant. have u missed ur period yet? if not than who knows if u have missed it than who knows cause stress can makeit late but if i was u i would go to the doctors or ER now

Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy; however, one of the most significant pregnancy symptoms is a delayed or missed menstrual cycle. Understanding pregnancy symptoms is important because each symptom may be related to something other than pregnancy. Some women experience pregnancy symptoms within a week of conception. For other women, symptoms may develop over a few weeks or may not be present at all. Below is a listing of some of the most common pregnancy symptoms.

Implantation Bleeding:
Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms. About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some cramping.

Other Explanations: Actual menstruation, altered menstruation, changes in birth control pill, infection, or abrasion from intercourse.

Delay/Difference in Menstruation:
A delayed or missed menstruation is the most common pregnancy symptom leading a woman to test for pregnancy. When you become pregnant, your next period should be missed. Many women can bleed while they are pregnant, but typically the bleeding will be shorter or lighter than a normal period. This symptom is commonly explained by other reasons. If you have been sexually active and have missed a period, it is recommended that you take a test: Order my pregnancy test

Other Explanations: Excessive weight gain/loss, fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth control pill, or breast-feeding.

Swollen/Tender Breasts:
Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.

Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to be swollen or tender.

Fatigue/Tiredness:
Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception.

Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling tired or fatigued.

Nausea/Morning Sickness:
This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, or other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.

Backaches:
Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an entire pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress, other back problems, and physical or mental strains.

Headaches:
The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source of frequent or chronic headaches.

Frequent Urination:
Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom.

Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes, increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.

Darkening of Areolas:
If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.

Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.

Food Cravings:
While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. This can last throughout your entire pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Poor diet, lack of a certain nutrient, stress, depression, or impending menstruation.

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Dehydration means your body does not have as much water and fluids as it should. Dehydration can be caused by losing too much fluid, not drinking enough water or fluids, or both. Vomiting and diarrhea are common causes.

Infants and children are more susceptible to dehydration than adults because of their smaller body weights and higher turnover of water and electrolytes. The elderly and those with illnesses are also at higher risk.

Dehydration is classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on how much of the body's fluid is lost or not replenished. When severe, dehydration is a life-threatening emergency.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top

Your body may lose too much fluids from:

Vomiting or diarrhea
Excessive urine output, such as with uncontrolled diabetes or diuretic use
Excessive sweating (for example, from exercise)
Fever
You might not drink enough fluids because of:
Nausea
Loss of appetite due to illness
Sore throat or mouth sores
Dehydration in sick children is often a combination of both -- refusing to eat or drink anything while also losing fluid from vomiting, diarrhea, or fever.

Symptoms Return to top

Dry or sticky mouth
Low or no urine output; concentrated urine appears dark yellow
Not producing tears
Sunken eyes
Markedly sunken fontanelles (the soft spot on the top of the head) in an infant
Lethargic or comatose (with severe dehydration)
In addition to the symptoms of actual dehydration, you may also have vomiting, diarrhea, or the feeling that you "can't keep anything down", all of which could be causing the dehydration.
Signs and tests Return to top

A physical examination may also show signs of:

Low blood pressure
Blood pressure that drops when you go from lying down to standing
Rapid heart rate
Poor skin turgor -- the skin may lack its normal elasticity and sag back into position slowly when pinched up into a fold by the doctor; normally, skin springs right back into position
Delayed capillary refill
Shock
Tests include:
Blood chemistries (to check electrolytes, especially sodium, potassium, and bicarbonate levels)
Urine specific gravity (a high specific gravity indicates significant dehydration)
BUN (blood urea nitrogen -- may be elevated with dehydration)
Creatinine (may be elevated with dehydration)
Complete Blood Count (CBC) to look for signs of concentrated blood
Other tests may be done to determine the specific cause of the dehydration (for example, a blood sugar to check for diabetes).
Treatment Return to top

Drinking fluids is usually sufficient for mild dehydration. It is better to have frequent, small amounts of fluid (using a teaspoon or syringe for an infant or child) rather than trying to force large amounts of fluid at one time. Drinking too much fluid at once can bring on more vomiting.

Electrolyte solutions or freezer pops are especially effective. These are available at pharmacies. Sport drinks contain a lot of sugar and can cause or worsen diarrhea. In infants and children, avoid using water as the primary replacement fluid.

Intravenous fluids and hospitalization may be necessary for moderate to severe dehydration. The doctor will try to identify and then treat the cause of the dehydration.

Most cases of stomach viruses (also called viral gastroenteritis) tend to resolve on their own after a few days. See diarrhea.

Expectations (prognosis) Return to top

When dehydration is recognized and treated promptly, the outcome is generally good.

Complications Return to top

Untreated severe dehydration may result in seizures, permanent brain damage, or death.

Calling your health care provider Return to top

Call 911 if you or your child:

Feels dizzy or lightheaded.
Is lethargic or confused.
Call your doctor right away if you or your child has any of the following symptoms:

Not producing tears.
Sunken eyes.
Little or no urine output for 8 hours.
Dry skin that sags back into position slowly when pinched up into a fold.
Dry mouth or dry eyes.
Sunken soft-spot on the top of your infant's head.
Fast-beating heart.
Blood in the stool or vomit.
Your infant is less than 2 months and has diarrhea or vomiting.
Also call your doctor if:
An illness is combined with the inability to keep down any fluids.
Vomiting has been going on for longer than 24 hours in an adult or longer than 12 hours in a child.
Diarrhea has lasted longer than 5 days in an adult or child.
Your infant or child is much less active than usual or is irritable.
You or your child have excessive urination, especially if there is a family history of diabetes or you are taking diuretics.
Prevention Return to top

Even when healthy, drink plenty of fluid every day. Drink more when the weather is hot or you are exercising.

Carefully monitor someone who is ill, especially an infant, child, or older adult. If you believe that dehydration is developing, consult a doctor before the person becomes moderately or severely dehydrated. Begin fluid replacement as soon as vomiting and diarrhea start -- DO NOT wait for signs of dehydration.

Always encourage the person to drink during an illness, and remember that a person's fluid needs are greater when that person has fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. The easiest signs to monitor are urine output (there should be frequent wet diapers or trips to the bathroom), saliva in the mouth, and tears when crying.