Aches and Pains

You don't want to be a nag, but you shouldn't ignore a problem either. These are the times when you need to call your doctor.

... aches and pains, determine when it's time to call the doctor, and get simple symptom soothers. What...Pelvic pain or discomfort is common during pregnancy. After all, ligaments are stretching, hormone... pain is a red flag that something more serious is wrong. Consult our guide to learn how to decode your...

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... to decode your aches and pains, determine when it's time to call the doctor, and get simple symptom soothers... aches and pains during pregnancy. If the pain you're experiencing continues, or if you have symptoms...Some abdominal pain during pregnancy is normal: After all, your organs are constantly shifting...

...While morning sickness, fatigue, and back pain are frequent complaints during pregnancy, leg... in the first place. But if those aches have already begun, here's the scoop on what's causing them and what you...) during pregnancy. These painful muscle contractions usually occur in the calf. It's believed that leg...

...If you feel pain in your upper or lower back, you're not alone. According to the American College... of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), back pain is one of the most common discomforts when you're a mother...-in-the-making. "Around five or six months into my second pregnancy, I had the worst lower back pain," says Mary Mait, a...

...What you may be experiencing: Late in pregnancy, you may feel pain inside the vagina- usually a... sharp, piercing pain that comes and goes suddenly. What you're feeling, most likely, is your cervix... healthcare provider about it. If the pain occurs in your lower abdomen, call your practitioner immediately...

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Not sleeping? Is your back killing you? Can't stand those cankles? Here, easy solutions for the 13 most common side effects.

...With my first child, I assumed that my aching back was par for the course and suffered through it... pad provided some relief, but I wish I'd known more about how to cut my risk of developing back pain... your doctor immediately if you experience pain that's centrally located very low in the back...

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Learn the common culprits behind this painful problem, how you can prevent it, and when to call the doctor.

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... in the lower part of the spinal canal. Sciatica, the pain, numbness, and/or tingling you feel as a result... prenatal visit. Some women also have a more generalized hip pain, probably due to the softening... in whatever position makes you comfortable. When sciatica or hip pain strikes, try using a heating pad...

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Are you in labor or are you merely experiencing practice contractions or Braxton Hicks contractions? Find out how to tell the difference -- and what to expect.

Just over 10 percent of babies are born pre-term (before 37 weeks). The good news: Early labor can sometimes be stopped with a combo of meds and bed rest. Be on the lookout for these warning signs so you can call your doc ASAP if you think there's a problem.