PREGNANCY-BIRTH Messages for April, 2001: Re: Is it okay to strain during a BM during pregnancy?

Re: Is it okay to strain during a BM during pregnancy?

From: Amber (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 9 Apr 2001 18:33:25 -0500 (CDT)

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At Mon, 9 Apr 2001, Kristy wrote: >
>I usually have a BM every day, but now that I'm pregnant, I'm finding
>that I am afraid to push at all, for fear that I'll miscarry. This
>makes me hold in waste that I shouldn't and brings on constipation,
>which I normally don't suffer with. I need some reassurance....it's
>okay to push with a BM when you're pregnant isn't it? Sounds silly, but
>I must know. Also, the doc suspected I might have a tubal pregnancy cuz
>he couldn't see a sac in my uterus [I'm four weeks pregnant from
>conception]. My first level was 3962, and two days later they ran the
>levels again, and they were 7892. This is a good sign, right? I'm SO
>scared to go get my next ultrasound on Wednesday...what if they don't
>see a baby???? They said my remaining tube looked completely clear with
>no sign of ectopic pregnancy . If they don't see a baby, what could be
>wrong? I am not bleeding and have all the signs of a normal
>pregnancy...SORE enlarged breasts, nausea, tired, etc.
>Love, Kristy

I am not a doctor, but I am 22 weeks pregnant and I was told that straining during pregnancy can cause hemorroids, which aren't dangerous for the pregnancy, but could be uncomfortable for you! I have the same problem, but I just increased my fiber intake and that helped a bit. Just relax and things will take their course. Good luck to you!

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Amber

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