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I am 30 weeks pregnant and i get short sharp pains down in my pelvic area, is this normal?

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Dr. Helen Gray answered

Very normal : This is very normal. It's called round ligament pain. As your uterus grows this ligament must now stretch a long ways. Always be aware however that if the pain persists and/or comes and goes fairly regularly or is very severe then you should be seen by a doctor.

Answered 2/7/2013

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A member asked:

I am 30 weeks pregnant and i get short sharp pains down in my pelvic area, is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Helen Gray answered

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