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What Causes Constipation During Pregnancy?
Hi, I'm 38w2d pregnant and have not been able to have a bowel movement for a few days. When I am able to go its a very,very little amount. I also woke up one night with an intense amount of pain on the right side of my abdomen near the lower middle. The pain was so bad I felt nausea and could barely move. Is this a severe case of constipation or something worse? Also if it is constipation, what can I do to help it? I've tried exercise, prune juice, tons of water, healthier foods with high fiber and so far nothing has worked.
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Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic. I have read your question.
I would like to reply as below:
1) You try sleeping in left lateral position.
2) Sleeping on abdomen for a long time causes decreased bowel movements by compressing on the bowel.
3) So try sleeping sideways .
If you have any further queries, let me know so that I can help you much better.
Wish you good health.
Dr. Soumya
Welcome to healthcare magic. I have read your question.
I would like to reply as below:
1) You try sleeping in left lateral position.
2) Sleeping on abdomen for a long time causes decreased bowel movements by compressing on the bowel.
3) So try sleeping sideways .
If you have any further queries, let me know so that I can help you much better.
Wish you good health.
Dr. Soumya
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