I woke up w/ really bad belly cramps almost as if I had to take a number 2 really bad. I went to the bathroom but I couldn't go I was constipated. My stomach usually doesn't hurt when I have to go to to the bathroom when I'm constipated. I kept having bad back pains and stomach pains as I was sitting there on the toilet after about 10 min of not going I wiped up front to see if there was any blood b/c I have no clue what a miscarriage feels like and I'm totally scared that I'm going to have one. There was no blood. Do you think the cramps are just from me being constipated or do you think there might me something seriously wrong? Pre-term labor? Miscarriage? Just being constipated? As I'm sitting here typing this my stomach or back doesn't hurt.
2007-10-23 05:47:39 · 12 answers · asked by Wendie 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Let me tell you, I sometimes get such bad stomach cramps that I can't even stand up straight, never mind walk. It's from being bloated and as soon as I let out some gas (lol) I feel much better! Try eating enough fiber and I also enjoy eating dried fruit, it usually relieves the pains!
I'm 25 weeks pregnant
2007-10-23 06:20:51 · answer #1 · answered by MOMMYtoJAKES 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont want to scare you but you should definitely call your doctor. he/she will most likely want to see you when you tell them of your cramping.ive had 4 children and although i had cramping and constipation with no problems at the end of 3 of my pregnancies i had the same feeling (at 31 weeks) with my second baby and after about a day of it i went to the bathroom and my water broke. sometimes labor can feel like you have to have a bowel movement so if i were you i would get checked just to make sure.....if you are 5 1/2 months as long as your water hasnt broke they should be able to stop your labor if it is contractions and if not at least they can give you steroids to help the baby....i didnt have this option as my baby was delivered 20 mins after my water broke and i wasnt even checked in to the hospital yet (about 3 mins earlier and he woulda been delivered in the car)
2007-10-23 12:56:44 · answer #2 · answered by CRmac 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If at all worried, double check with your doctor. From my personal experience, I know constipation can make you feel this way! I felt so sick yesterday I had to take a day off work..... I was a bit worried too, but when I had a bowel movement I felt 100% better. Try drinking lots of water, go for a walk, and maybe even drink a bit of coffee (I know caffeine isn't good, but in moderation it's okay - and it helps me with constipation!)
2007-10-23 12:56:16 · answer #3 · answered by Betty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like it's just the constipation. Miscarrying at 5 months is rare and if it were pre-term labor it wouldn't be a continuous pain, it would be a quick tighten and release of pressure. Drink plenty of water and eat veggies that are high in fiber to help your bowels to be more regular. If it continues, consult your physician.
2007-10-23 12:53:34 · answer #4 · answered by Jennifer E 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just sounds like constipation to me. Constipation in normal in pregnancy, especially if you have to take iron tablets. If you do have any bleeding though or any serious pain that doesnt go away, you should go to the hospital or call you doctor for instruction.
2007-10-23 12:54:54 · answer #5 · answered by Alina's Mommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It was probably gas or indigestion. Feel your belly really carefully if the pain comes back. If it feels really hard where you think your uterus is, then you need to call your doctor right away. Also call your doctor if you see any blood or spotting. If you don't have any of that, try taking a warm shower and eating some prunes.
2007-10-23 12:56:09 · answer #6 · answered by Rachael 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Constipation in pregnancy is one of the symptoms when you are far along pregnant so don't worry you are not going to miscarriage you just are constipated.
Still worry go to the ER or call your ob/gyn to make sure everything is ok.
Hey Congrats you are going to have your baby in 4 months which is awesome!!
2007-10-23 12:51:49 · answer #7 · answered by Mom2aGirlandaBoy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Most likely it from being constipated, but I would still call the doctor. You need to make sure you are drinking enough water and getting extra fiber in your diet. My OB told me I could use Metamuci's Fiber-Sure. It is a tasteless powder that disolves easily. You can add it to plain water, sauces, juice, milk, etc.
2007-10-23 12:54:18 · answer #8 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are too far along for a "miscarriage" it would be a still birth. I would call your doctor and tell him that if he cannot see you today, you'll be going to the emergency room. It could be preterm labor, and if you don't get help immediately for that, it could make you give birth really early.
2007-10-23 12:53:45 · answer #9 · answered by ME 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats normal. I went through that when I was 5/6 months preg w all three of my kids. Most likely its Irratable Bowel Syndrome, which makes you very crampy too. You might be eating too much dairy too? Mention it to your doctor though, and ALWAYS report any bleeding!
2007-10-23 12:53:58 · answer #10 · answered by t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋