Pregnancy brings many changes to your body. And you may wonder whether certain physical discomforts are serious enough for medical intervention or are minor problems you can deal with on your own.
If you're in doubt about whether a change you notice during pregnancy is normal, contact your doctor's office.
You'll have various kinds of discomforts during pregnancy – some fleeting and others that last longer. Some may happen in the early weeks, while others emerge closer to the time of delivery. Still others may start early and then go away, only to return later.
Every person's pregnancy is unique, so you may not have all of the changes described below.
When to Call Your Doctor
Talk to your doctor if:
- You have severe nausea and vomiting, dehydration, a persistent rapid heartbeat, or pale, dry skin; you may have hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of morning sickness.
- You have vaginal spotting or bleeding; you may be having a miscarriage or serious placental complication.
- You have sudden weight gain over a few days, severe headache, or blurred vision; you may have preeclampsia, a form of high blood pressure that can endanger your health and the health of your baby.
