Austin, TX
A 26-year-old female asked:
20 weeks and 3 days pregnant, today i woke up with some cramps around my belly button. i been having clear discharge since i found out was pregnant, is the cramp because my uterus is growing? or should i worry and call my doctor?
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Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Expansion project: The uterus is undergoing an expansion project by extending the walls of the "room". This produces "stretching " pains (cramps) while the "remodeling" is ongoing. Please verify this information with your currently treating OB MD at your next appointment.
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