I am 5 months pregnant and have noticed that the right side of my body is swollen and not the left! What is going on?
2006-09-15 08:41:47 · 13 answers · asked by melhnly 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Not sleeping on one side more than the other!
2006-09-15 08:45:35 · update #1
Not having a girl....its a boy
2006-09-15 08:47:03 · update #2
Baby is favoring more on the left side......just called the doctor and now i am worried to death
2006-09-15 08:48:51 · update #3
You body, or just your belly?
If you are actually swelling anywhere, you need to talk to your doctor. There are a lot of issues that can be associated with swelling during pregnancy.
If you are just talking about the bulge in your belly being more towards one side, it is probably just the position of the baby.
2006-09-15 08:45:10 · answer #1 · answered by Legs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would definitely get it checked out better safe than sorry
it could be a number things but i am sure there is nothing to worry about but then again you were not very specific as to whether or not it was legs, face, or just your tummy
if its just your tummy that is swollen on one side than i am sure everything is a ok
if its the other body parts don't waste time make an appt to see you Dr. also ask yourself
when did it start happening
does it hurt
how bad
what brought it on
are you on any new medications
rule out as much as possible have your answers ready for the Dr when you call so he can make a better assessment as to what is going on
2006-09-15 08:52:50 · answer #2 · answered by minniemouze_24 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The vena cava--the large vein that supplies the lower half of the body with blood is on the right side and baby is probably putting a lot of pressure on it. It is not uncommon for pregnant women to have right sided swelling. Lay on your left side as much as possible to help get baby off the vena cava and remember to drink lots of water and little salt.
2006-09-15 08:45:22 · answer #3 · answered by jilldaniel_wv 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sometimes the child will carry on one side more than the other. I just gave birth 2 months ago and she tucked herself into my left side during my second trimester. This isn't an uncommon occurance. Don't worry... around 7 months or so... you be evenly rounded.
Congrats on the baby.
2006-09-15 08:45:36 · answer #4 · answered by Raina B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you mean by "swollen," exactly? Do you mean your right side ankle is retaining more fluid and the right side of your face is puffier? Or do you mean that the right side of your abdomen is larger than the left? If it's the latter, both of my kids favored one side over the other when I was pregnant with them. I always felt "lopsided." It was funny when I got farther along and they got much bigger, because I really WAS lopsided. :)
2006-09-15 16:20:16 · answer #5 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not to scare you or anything but me and my girls were watching the Montel show and a lady complained she had the same problem and guess what? The baby was not even in her uterus! It was loose in there! The baby was fine but they did a c-section and took it out. They did not know until like her 8month! The baby was hanging out kicking her in the liver! LOL It is very rare though.
2006-09-15 08:49:33 · answer #6 · answered by lisapj 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why are my ankles and toes so swollen?
What you're experiencing is called edema — that's the medical term for when excess fluid collects in your tissue. It's normal to have a certain amount of this swelling during pregnancy because you retain more water while you're pregnant, and certain changes in your blood chemistry cause some fluid to shift into your tissue.
Why does it collect in the legs and feet? When you're pregnant, your growing uterus puts pressure on your pelvic veins and on your vena cava (a large vein on the right side of your body that receives blood from your lower limbs and carries it back to the heart). The pressure slows down circulation and causes blood to pool in your legs, forcing fluid from your veins into the tissues of your feet and ankles. This increased pressure is relieved when you lie on your side. And since the vena cava is on the right side of your body, left-sided rest works best.
Edema is most likely to be an issue during your third trimester, particularly at the end of the day, and it may be worse during the summer. After you have your baby, the swelling will disappear fairly rapidly as your body eliminates the excess fluid. As a result, you may find yourself urinating frequently and sweating a lot in the first days after childbirth.
When should I be concerned about swelling?
A certain amount of edema is normal in the ankles and feet during pregnancy. You may also have some mild swelling in your hands. However, call your midwife or doctor if you notice swelling in your face or puffiness around your eyes, more than slight swelling of your hands, or excessive or sudden swelling of your feet or ankles. It could be a sign of preeclampsia, a serious condition. Also call your caregiver if you notice that one leg is significantly more swollen than the other, especially if you have any pain or tenderness in your calf or thigh.
Can I do anything to minimize the puffiness?
Here are a few tips:
• Put your feet up whenever possible. At work, it helps to keep a stool or pile of books under your desk; at home, lie on your left side when possible. Don't cross your legs or ankles while sitting.
• Stretch your legs frequently while sitting: Stretch your leg out, heel first, and gently flex your foot to stretch your calf muscles. Rotate your ankles and wiggle your toes.
• Take breaks from sitting or standing. Take a short walk every so often to keep your blood circulating.
• Wear comfortable shoes that stretch to accommodate the swelling. Don't wear socks or stockings with tight bands around your ankles or calves.
• Try waist-high maternity support stockings. Put them on before you get out of bed in the morning, so blood has no chance to pool around your ankles.
• Drink plenty of water. Surprisingly, this helps your body retain less water.
• Exercise regularly, especially by walking, swimming, or riding an exercise bike. Or try a water-aerobics class — immersion in water can help reduce swelling, particularly if the water level is up near your shoulders.
• Eat well, and avoid junk food.
And try not to let it get you down. Although the sight of your swollen ankles will probably add to your feelings of ungainliness, edema is a temporary condition that will pass soon after you give birth.
Possibly
2006-09-15 08:47:16 · answer #7 · answered by PYT 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it is your one leg swollen or one arm swollen it could be a blood clot. (not good but is seen in a lot of pregnancies) Get it checked out.
Could be your baby is more on one side than the other.
2006-09-15 08:44:16 · answer #8 · answered by Keith Perry 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your doctor should know. Im sure its ok Dont' stress to bad
2006-09-15 08:54:32 · answer #9 · answered by Crazy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The kid is laying more to the right than the left.
2006-09-15 08:42:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋