When to call the doctor for back pain during pregnancy?

Question

i know back pain is normal, but this feels crampy, like my period is about to come on and it get stronger every so often, but not consistently. like it will be every 10 then 15 then 5 then 20 etc..... the pain also kinda generate towards the front. i seriously can not remember my contractions from when i gave birth to my son, but i do remember i had back pains the night before my water broke with him. also it is way too early for me to give birth, i am only about 25 weeks.

Answer 1

I experienced similar pains with my first son, went to the dr because i was so scared and the Dr told me that my baby was laying on my sciatic nerve ( the baby thought it was comfy!) and to have someone massage the area and the baby would move, of course the baby moved, but only for about 30 minutes or so then go right back to that area, i spent most of my pregnancy like that. But by no means am i telling you to ignore it, you should still contact your dr and be examined. It could be something more serious. Best of luck to you and congrats!!!

Answer 2

I would call your doctor ASAP, could be a kidney infection or early labor. Or go to the hospital.  The crampy/contraction like feeling is not normal.  Aches adn pains are one thing, but not crampy/contraction like.

Answer 3

I would call the Doctor. I am not medically trained so I can't advise you in that area but if you are worried you should definitely speak to someone who can help. It is always wise to get a medical opinion just in case there is something wrong. You have nothing to lose. Good luck.

Answer 4

The cramp feelings you describe sounds like muscle spasms.  Perhaps the womb is affecting a nerve.  I had this same type of thing happen and my OB sent me to a chiropractor

Answer 5

go straight to the hospital like right now and get checked out