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First Trimester
Ask questions here about what to expect during the first trimester, the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.
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Is it normal not to eat much during your first trimester?
It is normal to have trouble eating, but you need to do your best, because it is not good for you or the baby if you don´t eat. If you do not eat enough calories and nutrients for the both of you, the baby will rob your body of all of it´s stored nutrients, damaging your health.
Should you go to the ER if you have abdominal pain and you think you may be pregnant?
I posted this question, but yeah I was wondering because me and my boyfriend have been trying to get pregnant, and I am almost positive that I am, but a test wont determine it yet because its too early I think...but the pain is not persistant or constant. It comes and goes, and when it comes its like a dull, stretchy-like feeling. What does this mean? SOMEONE HELP PLEASE!
How does your cervix feel in the first trimester?
You most certainly can feel your cervix while pregnant or otherwise. Seeing it, however, is an entirely different story, and is indicative of prolapse, among other things.
Can you suck in a pregnant belly?
One of my friends got pregnant when she was a teen and she could suck in her stomach. I wouldn't recommend it though. Sucking in your stomach won't affect a pregnancy one way or the other. You are pulling in your abdominal muscles which are nowhere near your uterus.
Should you take vitamins while pregnant?
Too much Vitamin A has been seen to cause birth defects and liver toxicity. Vitamin A in the form of Beta-Carotene (carotenoids) is okay, and actually necessary for proper fetus development and post-birth tissue repair. But avoid it in the preformed or retinol form (retinoids). Carotenoids are going to be found in fruit and vegetables, where retinoids are found in animal products (dairy, eggs, meat and liver).
What happens when your 3 weeks pregnant?
Nothing. However it's not recommended to smoke anything while pregnant. If you really want to consume marijuana while pregnant, either use a vaporizer or make edibles.
How does alcohol effect the fetus?
As far as I am aware of here are some other things: illegal drugs, narcotics, x-rays, some prescription medications (birth control pills, etc.), some over the counter medications (ibuprofen), caffine, sugar, cigarettes, smuff, cat feces, and harsh fumes. You might want to ask your doctor for a list of things.
Drugs, ibuprofin, nuprin, asprin, hot baths, artificial sweetners, and a lot of other things affect the fetus. The best thing to do is to contact your physician and ask the main things to stay away from. Also, make sure if you eat fish that it is fresh. !
Is it safe to get a tattoo during first trimester of pregnancy?
It depends. Is it for the mother or the partner?
For the mother, just avoid the abdominal region. Or just avoid it altogether---they're ugly.
On the other hand, Russ can safely get one anytime he wants, but I would advise against it. Ugly. Do strongly resist putting one on the baby.
If are having a baby and you get a pregnancy shot what will it do to the baby?
I have a friend that just gave birth a couple of months ago that was taking the shot until she was 6 months pregnant. She did not know that she was pregnant and kept on getting the depo shot. He was born a few weeks early and had alot of health problems when he was born. Before the child was a week old, he had to have surgery.
How many days are there in a birth trimester?
If there's nine months in a pregnancy then divide by three to get a trimester. Therefore there are three months in a trimester
Is running stomach dangerous when seven months pregnant?
Yes. Diarrhea is experienced by some women, especially in the early stages of pregnancy. This is mostly due to the rapidly changing hormone levels and should not be a concern unless it lasts more than a few days or you feel concerned, then get checked by your OB-GYN.
Does hair grow during the first trimester of pregnancy?
Yes. When a woman is pregnant, the hormones tend to make hair grow in all sorts of places it normally doesn't. It often falls out after you give birth
How many months into pregnancy do you begin o show?
Usually about 4 months, but all women are different.
Symptoms can start immediately or later depending on the woman. Some women begin to show (actual baby - although I "showed" bloating by 2 months and had to wear maternity clothes!), by 4 months, and some women (especially tall ones) don't seem to show until 8 months! It's all about how you're built and how the baby lies.
What are some changes to the body when in your first trimester of pregnancy?
Your body undergoes SO many changes when you become pregnant. Most of these changes comes from the result of changing hormones. You will notice physical changes such as weight change, many women notice changes in the hair and nails (usually for the good!). Your hormones will cause you to be more emotional. You will notice breast changes such as swollen,tender, color changes, etc. You will notice discharge from your vagina pretty much all throughout your pregnancy.
Can you jump while in your first trimester of pregnancy or throughout?
yes but you might find it quite difficult when you only have a month to go.
How much is too much spotting during first trimester?
Yes, perfectly normal. It's called implantation bleeding.
How do you feel when your 2 weeks pregnant?
Well every women is different some may have the effects of pregnancy and some women might not.
Do you get round ligament pain in first trimester?
Round ligament pain typically occurs in the second trimester but can be experienced in the first trimester by some women. This discomfort is caused by the stretching of ligaments that support the uterus as it begins to grow. Although not as common early on, some may notice mild cramping or sharp pain in the lower abdomen. If the pain is severe or concerning, it's best to consult a healthcare provider.
Is brown spotting after sex whilst in the first trimester of pregnancy normal?
Yes!
Light pink or brown spotting after sex is normal. During pregnancy, the cervix becomes more filled with blood. Sex can irritate the cervix and cause some bleeding. Of course, if you are worried or have any other questions call your doctor. Heavy bleeding, bleeding with pain or cramping, or bleeding that doesn't stop can mean something is seriously wrong. Call your doctor or go to the emergency room if this happens.
Is there a chance of white discharge during the time of pregnancy?
I've seen on several websites that white or milky looking discharge or watery to mildly thick discharge is normal in pregnancy and usually is in abundance.
Should pregnant not fly in 1st trimester?
Absent any unusual medical history or other peculiarities such as a particularly stressful fear of flying, there are no flight-related problems with flying at anytime during pregnancy. Commercial airliners rarely have cabin altitudes higher than 7000-8000 feet, which would be no worse than taking a drive into the mountains outside Denver. If you are concerned for any reason, you should certainly consult your doctor. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends women don�t fly after their 36th week of pregnancy and some airlines will not want to take you if you are too near your delivery date. Otherwise, go have fun.
What could cause twitching in the palm of your hand?
- I just recently experienced twitching in my thumb while trying to write. I had carpel tunnel surgery about 14 years ago and have had no problems so far till now. Just recently I also started experience pain in the middle of my hand traveling up my arm. This could all be related to the previous carpel tunnel problem. I don't know.
Old axiom: "If you hear hoofbeats, suspect horses" applies here. In other words there are a myriad of injuries or diseases that cause what you describe, so odds are it's likely this is a repetitive motion injury. If you have insurance that does not require a referral, go straight to a neurologist, because you are describing something that involves a nerve trauma or change. If you need a referral, (unfortunately, most specialists do even if your insurance does not) call your primary care doctor and ask for one rather than visit the PC doc because you will be wasting your money. Insist on it. He or she cannot help you; you need very specific tests having to do with how and why those nerves are malfunctioning. A family practice doc simply isn't equipped and you've already wasted your money. You need a neurologist to start with some simple tests to rule out the most common causes (carpal tunnel as you and many here have stated) down to a complicated condition known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (or regional pain dystrophy was the old name). Paula Abdul has this condition and it makes me sick when people ridicule her. The condition is so severe she requires non-narcotic medication, but it starts with tingling and numbness due to nerve injury (in her case, dancing). There is also a genetic condition that can cause your symptoms and it starts in the shoulder and/or rib area. Parkinson's Disease starts this way, too, as does some forms of epilepsy. Family history and the type of work/play you do (diabetes? stroke? heart attack? autoimmune diseases? long hours on the x-box?) is most important for the physician to know. You are describing a type of neuropathy and your answers to the doctor may lead to a clinical diagnosis. Educate yourself about the difference between a clinical diagnosis or one made by an exact fact or set of exact, indisputable facts. Have you ever used street drugs? Doc needs to know. It's imperative to be completely honest with the doctor. If he or she passes judgment, fire the idiot. That's not a part of the oath. Tests are numerous so if a clinical diagnosis is not made right away, be prepared. Some tests can be done in the office like nerve conduction tests, fasting blood sugar, specialized urine tests, basic blood work that will look for vitamin, mineral, numerous factors that are out of the norm as other writers have noted correctly. Other tests must be performed at an outpatient facility, like a spinal tap, MRI (to rule out a brain tumor, spinal cord, or disc disease or injury), sophisticated blood work that require supervision (like NPO, brain wave studies, etc). Most important, don't ignore your symptoms. There's a 99% chance they are caused by repetitive motion and will heal on their own by a change in the way you use your arm. You need to know, though, and the sooner the better. If you find yourself down the road with no answers, get to a Pain Management doctor (usually an anesthesiologist). Not so much for the pain, but these physicians simply will not treat a patient for pain without knowing what is causing it. Therefore, they tend to be the best and most gifted diagnosticians out there. An added bonus is that they truly don't care to see patients suffer and are devoted to finding solutions/answers.
- There are a number of conditions that could possibly cause the feelings you are describing. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is certainly one of them, however, depending on symptoms, CTS can be easily ruled out by a qualified Physician. The problem in your hand and arm could be more proximally located and could be a result of a cervical radiculopathy or other cervical pathology e.g. spondylolisthesis, or cervical stenosis. The twitching may also be a result of a systemic imbalance in electrolytes that can cause cramping and/or pain. Also, consider that muscle twitching is a normal part of human physiology as the muscles may spontaneously depolarize for any number of reasons. Overall lesson, go to a doctor and recognize that most of what's on this website is anecdotal and should not be trusted.
- Yes, to some extent it is true that carpal tunnel can be a major cause of twitching in the forearm. But it can be caused by the nutritional deficiencies too like hypocalcaemia (and hypomagnesemia) i.e. calcium deficiency is the most usual cause which leads to twitching.
- It can be caused by many things. Certainly many of the above things that been listed, but also Multiple Sclerosis, or ALS (or Motor Neuron Disease) in rare circumstances. ALS has an incidence of approximately 1 in 100,000 and generally strikes around the age of 50. Please get this checked out by a neurologist.
- The most pertinent advice offered so far is for you to have an evaluation by your primary care doctor. Pending your doctor's evaluation you may require a consultation with a specialist known as a neurologist. While there are a variety of conditions that can cause your symptoms, 'intention' or 'positional' tremor should be added to the list already offered (i.e. electrolyte imbalance, neck or cervical problems, and various neurological disorders including Multiple Sclerosis(MS) or Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) This is why you should begin your evaluation with your primary care doctor who, through physical exam, laboratory testing and possible radiographic imaging, can either provide you a diagnosis or an appropriately directed referral to a specialist who can provide further insight into the cause of your condition.
