31 Weeks Pregnant Symptoms Not to Ignore
At 31 weeks pregnant, you're nearing the end of your third trimester and getting ready to welcome your little one into the world. While pregnancy is an exciting time, it's important to keep an eye out for any symptoms that could indicate a problem. Here are 31 weeks pregnant symptoms not to ignore:
1. Severe Headaches
While headaches are common during pregnancy, severe or persistent headaches could be a sign of something more serious. If you experience a headache that doesn't go away with over-the-counter pain medication, or if you have a headache accompanied by vision changes or swelling, contact your doctor right away.
2. Severe Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is normal during pregnancy, but severe or persistent pain could be a sign of a problem. If you experience abdominal pain that doesn't go away, or if you have pain accompanied by bleeding or fever, contact your doctor immediately.
3. Decreased Fetal Movement
As your baby grows, you'll feel more and more movement. If you notice a decrease in your baby's movement, or if you can't feel your baby moving at all, contact your doctor right away. This could be a sign of a problem.
4. Vaginal Bleeding
While some spotting is normal during pregnancy, heavy bleeding could be a sign of a problem. If you experience heavy bleeding, or if you have bleeding accompanied by cramping or pain, contact your doctor immediately.
5. Swelling
Swelling is common during pregnancy, but excessive swelling could be a sign of a problem. If you notice swelling in your face, hands, or feet that doesn't go away, contact your doctor.
6. High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is a common problem during pregnancy. If your blood pressure is consistently high, or if you have sudden onset of high blood pressure, contact your doctor right away. This could be a sign of preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication.
7. Flu-Like Symptoms
While some pregnancy discomfort is normal, flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, and body aches could be a sign of a problem. If you experience these symptoms, contact your doctor right away.
8. Itching
Itching is common during pregnancy, but severe itching could be a sign of a liver problem. If you experience severe itching, especially on the palms of your hands or soles of your feet, contact your doctor right away.
9. Chest Pain
Chest pain during pregnancy could be a sign of a heart problem, especially if you have a history of heart disease. If you experience chest pain, contact your doctor immediately.
10. Shortness of Breath
While shortness of breath is common during pregnancy, severe or persistent shortness of breath could be a sign of a problem. If you experience shortness of breath that doesn't go away, or if you have shortness of breath accompanied by chest pain or coughing, contact your doctor right away.
11. Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea and vomiting are common during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. However, if you experience severe or persistent nausea and vomiting, or if you can't keep any food or fluids down, contact your doctor right away.
12. Diarrhea
Diarrhea is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent diarrhea could be a sign of a problem. If you experience diarrhea that lasts more than a day, or if you have diarrhea accompanied by fever or dehydration, contact your doctor.
13. Constipation
Constipation is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent constipation could be a sign of a problem. If you experience constipation that lasts more than a few days, or if you have constipation accompanied by abdominal pain or bleeding, contact your doctor.
14. Urinary Problems
Urinary problems such as frequent urination or burning during urination are common during pregnancy. However, if you experience severe pain during urination, or if you have blood in your urine, contact your doctor.
15. Back Pain
Back pain is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent back pain could be a sign of a problem. If you experience back pain that doesn't go away, or if you have back pain accompanied by vaginal bleeding or fever, contact your doctor.
16. Leg Pain or Swelling
Leg pain or swelling could be a sign of a blood clot, especially if it's only in one leg. If you experience leg pain or swelling, contact your doctor right away.
17. Vision Changes
While some vision changes are normal during pregnancy, sudden or severe vision changes could be a sign of a problem. If you experience sudden or severe vision changes, contact your doctor immediately.
18. Dizziness
Dizziness is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent dizziness could be a sign of a problem. If you experience dizziness that doesn't go away, or if you have dizziness accompanied by vaginal bleeding or fever, contact your doctor.
19. Fainting
Fainting during pregnancy could be a sign of a problem, especially if you have a history of fainting or if you faint frequently. If you experience fainting, contact your doctor right away.
20. Chest Tightness
Chest tightness during pregnancy could be a sign of a heart problem. If you experience chest tightness, especially if it's accompanied by shortness of breath or sweating, contact your doctor immediately.
21. Rapid Weight Gain
While weight gain is normal during pregnancy, rapid weight gain could be a sign of a problem. If you gain more than two pounds in a week, or if you have sudden onset of weight gain, contact your doctor.
22. High Fever
A high fever during pregnancy could be a sign of an infection, which could be harmful to your baby. If you have a fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, contact your doctor right away.
23. Severe Fatigue
Fatigue is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent fatigue could be a sign of a problem. If you experience fatigue that doesn't go away, or if you have fatigue accompanied by shortness of breath or chest pain, contact your doctor.
24. Severe Heartburn
Heartburn is common during pregnancy, but severe or persistent heartburn could be a sign of a problem. If you experience heartburn that doesn't go away, or if you have heartburn accompanied by nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor.
25. Depression or Anxiety
Depression or anxiety during pregnancy could be a sign of a problem, especially if it's severe or persistent. If you experience depression or anxiety, contact your doctor right away.
26. Severe Itching or Rash
Severe itching or a rash during pregnancy could be a sign of a problem, especially if it's accompanied by fever or fatigue. If you experience severe itching or a rash, contact your doctor.
27. Persistent Cough
A persistent cough during pregnancy could be a sign of a respiratory infection, which could be harmful to your baby. If you have a persistent cough, contact your doctor.
28. Severe Allergic Reaction
A severe allergic reaction during pregnancy could be harmful to both you and your baby. If you experience a severe allergic reaction, contact your doctor right away.
29. Severe Pelvic Pain
While pelvic pain is common during pregnancy, severe or persistent pelvic pain could be a sign of a problem. If you experience pelvic pain that doesn't go away, or if you have pelvic pain accompanied by bleeding or fever, contact your doctor.
30. Severe Leg Cramps
- ";J
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