During the process of pregnancy, women can have a very difficult time and often experience some discomfort symptoms, such as body swelling, nausea and vomiting. Moreover, many pregnant women may also experience symptoms of lower back pain, which makes them very worried and afraid of what kind of illness they may have. So, what's going on with back pain at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
It is common for women to experience lower back pain at 18 weeks of pregnancy. This is because as pregnancy progresses, the uterus gradually enlarges, which puts greater pressure on the muscles in the lower back. If pregnant women maintain the same posture for a long time, it is easy to experience lower back pain. So pregnant women need to frequently change their posture, whether standing or sitting.
If a pregnant woman still feels lower back pain after sufficient rest, accompanied by symptoms such as urgency and frequency of urination, it may be caused by urinary tract infection. At this point, everyone should immediately go to the hospital for a urine routine test to determine if there is a urinary tract infection. When necessary, a urinary system ultrasound examination is also required.
Pregnant women should rest more regularly, especially when they feel lower back pain. When sitting, you can place a cushion around your waist to provide support and relieve pressure on your lower back. In addition, it is best to lie on the left side while sleeping, which can help alleviate lower back pain to some extent.
