Question 1

could radiating back pain alone be a sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is possible : If you are at term for delivery date, then it could be quite possible.  But it could also be false labor, "braxton hicks" labor.  If it does not resolve, would recommend calling your ob/gyn doc to confirm what to do.

Question 2

is dull lower back pain an early sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

See obstetrition: There are multiple causes low low back pain in pregnancy, most of them mechanical. Check with your doctor first to make sure that it is not early labor.

Question 3

lower back pain on left side of back is it an early sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't be: That on itself alone, shouldn't be a sign of early labor, but you  must call and ask your OB doctor, and describe to him/her any other symptoms you may be having.

Question 4

in 35 weeks 4 days with a severe back pain/discomfort, baby is active but plays very painfully.. could that be sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

35w pregnant ?: At almost 36w of pregnancy, the fetus has moved down in the pelvis and can cause back pain with movements.  This is not usually connected to labor, which would be a rhythmic series of episodes which can be timed accordingly. Your OB should be able to examine you weekly to tell you if these symptoms are causing changes leading to labor.

Question 5

i am 36 going on to 37 weeks pregnant  and start having some back pain is this a sign of early labor

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If your pains persist, see your doctor.

Question 6

i am 38 weeks 2 days pregnant and have had diarrha, back pain, and increased indigestion. is this a sign that labor is near? i am 3cm and 90% effaced.

Accepted Answer

Could be: If u were my pt and your cervix was that ripe i would induce you exactly at 39 weeks if u do not go into labor before then the ideal time to deliver is 39-40 weeks, please discuss with your ob.

Question 7

i am 38 weeks pregnant and i've been having consistent lower back pain but more than 5 minutes apart is that an early sign of labor? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Call Your OB: You should have instructions given you by your OB on when and how to get in contact with them.

Question 8

i'm 38 weeks 4 daus pregnant with constant cramping  nausea and severe back pain? is this a sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

Get checked: At this stage of pregnancy these symptoms could be sign of labor or a worrisome problem like fetal distress due to any reason like dehydration or cord around baby's neck or early separation of placenta. It is best to see your OB doc and get checked to make sure baby is okay.

Question 9

36 weeks pregnant having strong back pain for the past 3 days  having sharp contractions  2 night unable to sleep.can this b sign of  early labor?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Labor does not stop once it begins--but this uterine irritability might be a sign that labor may occur soon.

Question 10

i am 36 weeks pregnant with lose bowels, lower back pain, pain in vaginal are and rectal area, and feeling nauseous. could this be a sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: These symptoms can only be adequately diagnosed only after a thorough evaluation by your doctor.  This may include labs and other satudies.  Once all of the information is in, your doctor can let you know what's going on, and what to do to help you.

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Could radiating back pain alone be a sign of labor?

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Lower back pain on left side of back is it an early sign of labor?

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In 35 weeks 4 days with a severe back pain/discomfort, baby is active but plays very painfully.. could that be sign of labor?

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I am 36 going on to 37 weeks pregnant and start having some back pain is this a sign of early labor

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I am 38 weeks 2 days pregnant and have had diarrha, back pain, and increased indigestion. is this a sign that labor is near? i am 3cm and 90% effaced.

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I am 38 weeks pregnant and i've been having consistent lower back pain but more than 5 minutes apart is that an early sign of labor? what should i do?

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I'm 38 weeks 4 daus pregnant with constant cramping nausea and severe back pain? is this a sign of labor?

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36 weeks pregnant having strong back pain for the past 3 days having sharp contractions 2 night unable to sleep.can this b sign of early labor?

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I am 36 weeks pregnant with lose bowels, lower back pain, pain in vaginal are and rectal area, and feeling nauseous. could this be a sign of labor?

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