My stomach hurts like a stitch in the side in early pregnancy

Pregnancy is a process that most women must go through in their lifetime. A new life is conceived in the female body, and gradually grows and develops from a fertilized egg into a baby in the female uterus. The female abdomen will also change from flat at the beginning to a "pot belly" within a few months, and then the belly will return to its original shape with the birth of the baby. Many women will feel a pain in their abdomen like a stitch in the side in the early stages of pregnancy. This pain is mainly caused by the gradual enlargement of the uterus in the abdomen.

Many people may experience back pain and stomach pain in addition to some pregnancy reactions during pregnancy, such as morning sickness, dizziness or loss of appetite. These reactions during pregnancy vary from person to person. Some pregnant women say that their stomachs hurt like a stitch in the side during pregnancy. What is going on? How should it be alleviated?

Generally, as the baby grows, the uterus also gradually increases in size. The enlarged uterus constantly stimulates the abdominal wall, which can cause abdominal pain. Generally speaking, this is physiological and does not require special treatment. Lying on the left side can help relieve pain.

At the ninth month of pregnancy, the fundus of the uterus is at the highest point of pregnancy, with the central part about two horizontal fingers below the xiphoid process. At the end of the 10th month of pregnancy, after the baby's head descends into the pelvis, the fundus of the uterus will return to its height at the end of the 8th month of pregnancy, but it will be much wider than it was at that time. So generally speaking, the fetal position is relatively fixed after entering the pelvis, which also lays the foundation for a smooth delivery in the near future. Since the baby has entered the pelvis, the pregnant mother may experience frequent urination, cervical distension and irregular uterine contractions. This is all normal. As the uterus grows and descends, it compresses the intestines and bladder. The fetal head entering the pelvis sometimes collides with the cervical opening, so there will be frequent urination, constipation and cervical distension. There is no need to worry as long as there is no labor phenomenon such as water breaking, spotting, frequent uterine contractions, etc. The most important thing is to maintain a happy mood, move around moderately, and keep your body in the best condition.

The above is the relevant content about the pain in the abdomen during pregnancy that feels like a stitch in the side. In short, if the symptoms persist for too long or the pain is severe, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination. You should also check the mother and child regularly to ensure their health. If necessary, some B-ultrasound, gastroscopy, colonoscopy and other examinations should be performed to determine the cause of the disease. Only after a clear diagnosis can targeted treatment be effective.