Hi. I'm 8 1/2 weeks pregnant and since yesterday morning I've had very bad lower back ache. I have had siatica in the past and this feels just like that. I've not had any cramps or bleeding so I don't think it's a miscarriage or anything (hoping not). Just wondered if anyone else has had this so early on and, if so, what they did about it? Should I be worried or is it normal?
2007-08-02 01:29:27 · 13 answers · asked by Kathryn G 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yes, it's fairly common; I got this really early in pregnancy, sciatica on the left side. Best thing for this is massage, right from the source (for me, it's a spot about four inches below my waist, on the left side - you can tell by poking around!), down the hip and thigh. Just enlist your husband to do this regularly!
Mine got so bad I had to see an Asian specialist (orthopedics) who actually did accupressure.
See a doc, don't sit in one place too long, don't walk too far at once... and he'll give you some exercises which help.
2007-08-02 02:47:46 · answer #1 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had it too and boy do I pity you! It felt horrible. Fortunately the sharp edgey pain subsided after a couple of weeks. Now I am 25 weeks and just incredibly sore. The siatica isn't bad but the rest of my back is constantly achey. Warm baths, Tylenol & my husband's massages have helped. Sleeping takes it's toll though. I wake up sore everyday.
Good luck hun.
2007-08-02 02:57:39 · answer #2 · answered by carron420 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know for sure if it's a sign of pregnancy but I am 13 weeks pregnant and sometimes my lower back/right hip hurts so bad that I can't even walk. I am not sure if that's a sign or symptom though. So I am curious to see what answers you get! Good Luck!
2016-05-20 23:55:24 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i wouldnt be worried unless its pain that you cant bare!
Im currently 18 weeks... in febuary i had a bad car accident and stuffed my back bad, i fell pregnant 2 months after that and felt pain even since day one but it has only gotten worse,... if im washing up at the sink or leaning over for longer than a few minutes it grabs me and im uncomfortable at any angle for hours at a time until i lay down flat for a while..
the best advice i could give you is taking a hot shower or gettting ur mum/ boyfriend/ friend to rub deep heat on your back, or even vix!
ican promise u that it wont take away every bit of pain but it at least helps!
good luck
2007-08-02 01:40:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also have horrible back ache..specially upper back. I don't know what it is but it really sucks. I feel like I can't even go to bed comfortably. I wouldn't worry about it being a miscarriage though.
2007-08-02 01:34:33 · answer #5 · answered by merynlos 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is related to your pregnancy. Your body is surging with hormones, specifically progesterone. This relaxes your joints and can cause your backache. You should worry if you develop a fever, bleeding, cramping or if you have pain or burning with urination.
2007-08-02 01:38:58 · answer #6 · answered by stingme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had backache in my pregnancy. It's normal, since your body is adjusting to having a weight of a baby to support as well.
Just take lots of hot baths to ease the pain, and rest alot.
2007-08-02 01:46:09 · answer #7 · answered by MercuryRising 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unlikely to be related to your preg this early as the back ache people experience is from carrying all your extra weight in front. I suspect it is how you have slept. If you are worried then call your midwife and get her to check you over.
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2016-05-01 07:32:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had it. Ive heard a lot of women who have. I dont honestly know why, if its just relaxin in our pregnant bodies, or the pressure of changes inside.
Whatever it is, it is a common complaint. I just did alot of stretches. Swimming helps too.
2007-08-02 01:34:44 · answer #10 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋