What Causes Lower Abdominal Pain During Pregnancy?

Posted on Tue, 15 Nov 2016

Question: Im 16 weeks pregnant and have very mild pains in my lower abdomen, sould i be worried

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Urine infection should be ruled out

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Mild pain is common in second trimester of pregnancy due to the enlargement of the uterus.
However, urine infection should be ruled out as it is another common cause of pain in lower abdomen in pregnancy.
I will suggest you to consult your OBGYN specialist to get properly examined, investigated and get appropriate treatment.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. REMY KOSHY

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (21 hours later)

The pains have continued and im beginning to worry

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Consult an OBGYN

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
You should consult your OBGYN as soon as possible to rule out any contractions of the uterus and get treatment accordingly.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng