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My wife is 16 weeks pregnant. Since this morning, she has been experiencing mild heaviness and a pulling sensation in the lower vaginal area.
Could you please advise what we should do? Is this something normal during pregnancy, or should we consult a doctor immediately?
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Please consult a Gynaecologist in your area for a physical examination and further management.
There is a possibility of threatened abortion. But treatment can be started after making a diagnosis.
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If it is mild with no bleeding, ask her to take rest.
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early anomaly scan at 16 weeks , check cervical length also
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rest, hydration, avoid prolonged standing,
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Mild heaviness/pulling at 16 weeks can be normal due to ligament stretching.
If no pain, bleeding, or discharge → usually normal, rest advised
If pain increases / bleeding / pressure feeling → consult doctor immediately
Get a scan done for cervical length and avoid heavy work.
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Consult me online for better understanding.
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Visit Obstetrician
Check cervical length too
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Dr. Parru Singh
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Lucknow
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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Jaipur
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Dr. Pendekanti Malleswari
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Bangalore
Better to Visit your doctor for examination and scan to check Cervix.
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Dr. Prateeksha B S
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7 yrs exp
Bangalore
Any burning sensation in urine?
It's common to have pain during pregnancy
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