As we all know, a series of physiological reactions occur during pregnancy in women, from nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy to swollen feet and legs in late pregnancy. Some pregnant mothers also experience buttock pain. What is the reason for the pain in the buttocks when pregnant for over 8 months? How should this situation be alleviated? Let's learn about it together with the editor below.
Pregnant for over 8 months and experiencing buttock pain
In the later stages of pregnancy, an excessively enlarged uterus can easily compress the sciatic nerve of pregnant women, causing pain in the buttocks or legs, which often occurs on one side and may be concentrated in the buttocks area. Pain sometimes suddenly transitions from one side to the other, or is accompanied by back pain. It may also cause severe pain in the lower direction of the buttocks or legs. In addition, if accompanied by stabbing pain or numbness, and the pain extends to the knee, it is likely to be sciatica rather than pelvic pain. When suffering from sciatica, the buttocks may also feel pain, and one or both legs may feel weak and powerless, even unable to lift the leg.
What should I do if my buttocks hurt after being more than 8 months pregnant
There is no good treatment for this phenomenon, only changing the position can relieve the symptoms. Generally, it can be gradually relieved after giving birth to the baby. Rest more and avoid excessive fatigue. You can use a warm bag to apply local hot compress, which should be effective. Pay attention to calcium supplementation in diet and engage in moderate walking and exercise.
After entering the late stage of pregnancy, the pregnant mother's body will become increasingly inconvenient, so it is necessary to reduce significant exercise and pay more attention to rest. If symptoms such as lower back pain and back pain occur, observation can be carried out first. If they do not improve for a long time, it is best to go to the hospital for examination to ensure the healthy development of the fetus.
