im 36wks.preg,and im having menstural like cramps,is this normal?The doc said i need to dilate,nothing works.?
447873
Hmm i'd get another opinion but it sounds to me as though your baby may just be ready to enter the world. Labour pains feel much like period cramps just much weaker. Try some tradiotnal forms of dilating including intercourse. If youre worried seek more advice but im sure you and baby are just fine...good luck...
845992
When you bloat, you get well.. pudgey. Like your pants don't fit right and you look like you blew up a bit. Cramps are just the affect of your uterus opening up. ( Ever have children?) It;s like when you have contractions when going into labor. Your body has to open up your uterus to a certain extenet to get the baby out, but when it's just your period, it opens it up only so much to let the blood flow through. And also you might want to consult your doctor and talk to them about it. They can give you all kinds of information about your menstrual cycle.
731255
I think you're pregnant... congratulations!! =] go see a doctor to be sure and be safe.
255791
Hi, I myself have had the same problem. Before you rush off to the OB-GYN, ask yourself if you have had a lot of stress lately, or going through anything stressful. If you are, try and relax, take a hot bath, and take some time for yourself. If not, then maybe you should go and see your physican, to make sure that this not serious. Hope you stay well!
73593
Have you been exercising? If not, talk to your doctor before staring any exercise program. If so, then keep it up..you may have to modify some exercises as your pregnancy progresses
286412
There are quite a few possibilities.  This does happen to some women on a regular basis.  If this is typical for you, and you've mentioned it to your gyne in prior visits, I wouldn't be overly concerned.\n\nHowever, if this is new for you, or you're experiencing different symptoms (like an increase/decrease in flow, spotting, increased cramping), then I would suggest going to your doctor to make sure everything's ok.  It may just be your body going through a change, or reacting to stress, but it's always good to get checked out to be safe.\n\nAlso, I would suggest taking the pregnancy test to rule that out.  Nothing is 100% (except if you're not having sex at all), even condoms, the pill, or tubal ligation.
819161
Back in August I had my period for 9 days straight....constant cramping, sometimes feeling like contractions, and constant bleeding. (There was even a red ring around the toilet, gross!) Anyways, I KNEW this wasn't normal for me and went to the doc's. Finds out I have ovarian cysts which was causing this, I don't know exactly why, and not saying this is your problem, but if it's not normal for you, which it's obviously not since you are frightened, I would suggest a visit to the old doctor and see what's going on.  The worse he can say is he doesn't know and to keep an eye on it, which unfortunately wouldn't be suprising, but just knowing you went to get it checked on can help calm you down.  Good luck to you!
451636
I am glad you asked this question.  I will do my best to answer it in this forum because actually your situation is very complex and you need further work up and study.\n\nFirst, I would think first that you are not ovulating or producing the hormones to have a period.  Your OB/GYN can run tests on your blood to see what your levels are.  If normal then for study as to why your uterine wall is not thickening.\n\nSecond thing to consider with your abdominal cramping is endometriosis.  This is where the menstrual flow goes into your abdominal cavity rather than out of your body as it should\n\nThird. I am sorry to say that your gynecologist just doesn't seem to want to investigate this further.  I would check into seeing another OB/GYN.  Contact your insurance provider to see what other docs take your insurance.\n\nI hope this helps.
625990
I was in pain for months following my c-section. It had nothing to do with the c-section itself. My hormones made it so that I was unable to produce any lubrication. This made me and my husband uncomfortable. He thought that he didn't make me satisfied anymore. We discussed this with my doctor, and she said that until your hormones come into order again, you may need to use a personal lubricant. We used KY for several months, and I got pregnant again 6 months after the first was born. After she was born. Yep pain again. Waited another 8 months, and now I'm back in action pain free. Some don't experience this, and some not as long. Maybe your doctor could be more help than mine. I know it hurts, and sometimes emotionally as well. If it doesn't subside, see your doctor (OBGYN). They should be able to help you. Congratulations!!
953052
You need to make an appointment with your doctor. I experienced similar symptoms and had a negative pregnancy test and it turned out that I was pregnant.
1116772
Are you getting regular prenatal checkups? The doctors measure your 'bump' and would let you know if there was any concern about the babys size. \nSome women get big right away, with others their belly doesn't really pop out until the last month or so. I'll bet this is whats happening with you, but please share your concerns with your doctor. They can set your mind at ease more than we can. Good luck!
1059494
I would go to the DR cause you could still be pregnant lots of woman have their period while they are pregnant. the reason you are bleeding so much could also have something to do with your birth control pill but if i were you i would go see a DR ASAP just in case there was something wrong
723308
um.. i had back pains and stomach pains,that doesnt necessarily mean youir preg. just try to chill out. and dont get to stressd out so much. go to your doctor-you may have a kidney infection,that would explain somreof the pain...
99001
Try to eat right and do cardio exercising, preferably before your cycle (for obvious reasons). This will cut down on cramps.
290809
What you need is a Doctor not a bunch of random people on-line. It could be a tubular pregnancy if you have lots of cramping and sometimes they show no signs at all. You could be putting yourself in serious danger by not consulting a professional. If you are young and worried your parents may find out or something there are plenty of doctors that will see you without your parents knowing. Planned parenthood has very qualified doctors in their clinics that would be more then happy to answer your questions, maby you could call.
359002
I have the same problem.  I'm 31 with 2 kids, and my periods have never been right since.  The cycle is shorter and the periods last longer.  Bummer.
820145
I also have a retroverted uterus, and had pregnancy problems, I had great Drs, but they were making a mistake, they had been using the camera they insert to view the uterus etc. for any other problems, well turns out that does not give the best results, another Dr. I went to did a regular sonogram that showed I had other female issues, that had caused my problems. He stated it would take me longer than some women to get pregnant, but I did in time! I am not a doctor but my 1st thought is u should give yourself and your body a break, your 2nd pregnancy seems to soon, your not giving your body time to recoup! Also mental stress can make getting pregnant a problem all that stress effects our bodies. I would suggest u take good care of yourself, see your obgyn on a regular basis, as for the other health issues I am sure your Dr. can answer all questions. I bet u have been told u r able to have a baby, but it may not be the easiest, u will have to stay off your feet, meaning not alittle but almost thru the entire pregnancy! In bed feet up, even if it drives u crazy!! believe me it can get boring!! but after 2 miscarriages u know this is important. I dont know if u have to work or if u do, but u will need to be home I cant stress this enough, you will have to be in the bed when u become pregnant again!!!!! U will have no choice, its for your health and that of your unborn child, I pray that u get to have a baby, and I believe u will, but 1st take care of yourself, eat well, exercise, vitamins daily and see your Dr. often and ask every question u can think of, take notes and bring them to the dr. it helps me to do that, otherwise seems I just go blank and forget all I wanted to ask! Good luck with everything.