is pulling/pinching an early pregnancy symptom?

Question

Cervix pulling sensation off to right side and slight cramping. Is this a sign of early pregnancy?

Answer 1

No: If you are concerned about pregnancy take a test.

Answer 2

Yes: While the heart may form by weeks 3-5, you may not be able to pick up the fetal heart on routine visits until much later in the pregnancy -> > 10 weeks.

Answer 3

6 weeks: You can begin to see it on transvaginal ultrasound at 6 weeks or hear it with doppler by 10-12 weeks.

Answer 4

Hormone changes: The hormones of pregnancy relax smooth muscles like those at the urethra, the opening of the bladder. Decreasing caffeine may help. Doing kegel exercises which strengthen the muscle will help both during pregnancy and to avoid problems afterwards.

Answer 5

Pressure on bladder: The growing baby inside you could be pressing on nerves associated with your bladder and causing you to have some incontinence. This is not uncommon unfortunately. You may need to use pads. Discuss with your OB though for continuity of care.

Answer 6

Yes: Light cramping early in pregnancy can be related to the cyst on the ovary that ovulated producing the hormone Progesterone which is supporting the pregnancy. The cramping is usually transient minimal in nature. Any pain that last for a longer period of time or is also accompanied with bleeding should be communicated to your doctor.

Answer 7

Cramping: Cramping is not normal, although, it does happen. More information is needed about your symptoms. Cramping and bleeding is concerning for miscarriage or tubal pregnancy.

Answer 8

Yes: Cramping is common early in pregnancy. Cramps can be caused by the uterus growing.

Answer 9

Yes: Frequently due to nothing more than your ligaments stretching. If bothersome, try a heating pad or hot water bottle and a couple of tylenol (acetaminophen).

Answer 10

Yes: As the uterus enlarges, cramping in early pregnancy is frequently due to spasm of ligaments which are attached to top of the uterus. It may occur when walking, getting up from sitting, and can be especially bad with sudden movement. The cramping from round ligaments is not associated with bleeding or pain that is severe and constant. As with any concerns, the patient should see her obstetrician.

Answer 11

Yes: Many women have cramping in early pregnancy. The uterus is a muscle and women will sometimes experience menstrual type cramping in early pregnancy. Ligament discomfort is also common as the uterus increases in size.

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