Health To Way Q&A Women’s Health Pregnancy & Prenatal Care

What causes lower abdominal distension and pain in pregnant women?

Asked by:Blakely

Asked on:Apr 10, 2026 06:43 AM

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  • Katherine Katherine

    Apr 10, 2026

      Lower abdomen of pregnant women distended pain What's going on? A few expectant mothers feel traction pain and a sinking feeling in their lower abdomen in the early stages of pregnancy. The reason may be Uterus Tilt backwards, or caused by congestion and expansion of pelvic blood vessels after pregnancy.

      In the second and third trimester of pregnancy, as the uterus gradually enlarges, the ligaments around the uterus change from the original relaxed state to a tense state. Some expectant mothers feel a dull distending pain and sinking feeling in the lower abdomen due to traction. The uterus of most expectant mothers rotates and tilts to the right, causing greater tension on the left ligaments, so the traction pain in the lower abdomen on the left side is more obvious than on the right side.

      Tips

      ●Rest in bed, preferably on your left side.

      ●No constipate Adjust your diet and exercise moderately to keep your bowel movements smooth.

      ●Activities Develop the habit of walking. Moderate activity is also necessary in the third trimester of pregnancy.

      Indications for medical treatment

      expectant mother stomach ache You must be vigilant, because many abdominal pains during pregnancy are signs that something abnormal is happening. Abdominal pain in the following situations should not be taken lightly and must be treated immediately Hospital

      ●with vaginal bleeding

      ●Abdominal pain that persists and gradually gets worse

      ●sudden abdominal pain

      ●Accompanied by dizziness, palpitation, nausea, vomiting, cold limbs, etc.

      ●The feeling of fetal movement decreases or even disappears, or is different from usual》》》 Pregnant woman appears7Be careful with these symptoms