Daily Symptoms - Wednesday August 26

CaraBoonie

Please post all symptoms, questions, concerns here to avoid board flooding.

Good morning, ladies, how are we feeling this Hump Day?

I'm up early for a meeting that I have to leave for in like 5 minutes, so far just got a little dizzy in the shower because I haven't eaten yet (I'll eat in the car) but otherwise so far feeling fine...I'll check back in later though, who knows how I'll feel in an hour, lol.

maddisonwallace

Okay, I have heard of brown spots on your face and stuff during pregnancy. And I swear I am not trolling. But I have these dark brown/ almost purple spots on my butt right where my sit bones are. It's like either they're just really dark brown spots, or I've got very distinct bruises/ pools of blood from sitting too much or in crappy chairs. I'm waiting on a call from my midwife to explain, but in the mean time has anyone else experienced this?

raeandrylove

@CaraBoonie, I've been experiencing dizziness the past week to the point of almost passing out (and I know dizziness is a current symptom for being 19 weeks)...Last Sunday I had a minor spell where I got extremely hot very quick, but then the dizziness subsided once I was able to cool off by drinking cold water. Then this morning I was sitting in a staff meeting (of all places...) and began getting extremely hot and breaking out in a cold sweat, causing me to have to put my head down (embarrassing in front of my co-workers, as they view me as a weak person anyway ). I eventually was able to stand up and walk outside where I felt a million times better. I decided not to the return to the meeting though in fear of experience that again. Anyone else experiencing extreme dizziness, or know of any remedies? I have been staying well hydrated for weeks now so I'm growing concerned that something else may be off.

SullyN

raeandrylove said:

@CaraBoonie, I've been experiencing dizziness the past week to the point of almost passing out (and I know dizziness is a current symptom for being 19 weeks)...Last Sunday I had a minor spell where I got extremely hot very quick, but then the dizziness subsided once I was able to cool off by drinking cold water. Then this morning I was sitting in a staff meeting (of all places...) and began getting extremely hot and breaking out in a cold sweat, causing me to have to put my head down (embarrassing in front of my co-workers, as they view me as a weak person anyway ). I eventually was able to stand up and walk outside where I felt a million times better. I decided not to the return to the meeting though in fear of experience that again. Anyone else experiencing extreme dizziness, or know of any remedies? I have been staying well hydrated for weeks now so I'm growing concerned that something else may be off.

I've been dizzy/light headed almost this whole pregnancy. Only advice my doctor has given is to lay down or at least sit down when it comes on. That way if I do pass out I won't get as injured. Mine is related to blood pressure, but I would call your doctor if it continues or at least bring it up at your next appointment. I've started adding a few splashes of powerade to my water, and keeping snacks on me at all times. My doctor explained the feeling as my body has prioritized the baby as #1, so the blood going there is most important my brain comes in at #2. Do you have a blood pressure cuff? My mom gave me hers so I have been monitoring mine every day.

enkb

I projectile vomited bran flakes this morning, I think it has to be the worst food to throw back up, feels like sandpaper! First time I've thrown up the whole pregnancy, at almost 21 weeks, wtf?!

ChristinaAnneW

Throwing up bran flakes does sound miserable, I'm so sorry!

I discovered a "magic" pooping dinner last night, we made home made fAjtas! This morning was wonderful, I know a lot of us have been having constipation issues!

I was feeling great today and just went in a smoke free casino with my mom and aunt. After five minutes I started to get extremely hot! I chugged a bottle of water and left. I was maybe inside for 15 minutes total. It was bizarre, I just started burning up. Feel better now. Anyone experience this?

mesamyt

Amen in the dizziness! The last 3 weeks or so if it not sidelined with migraines I get dizzy spells. Last night while making dinner a dizzy spell hit me bad. While standing it felt like the ground was tilted to the left but sitting had me feeling like I just got off the tea cups at Disneyland. After falling twice trying to put kids to bed I just laid on the couch and prayed for it to pass. I had migraine issues like this with my last pregnancy. Just not as many dizzy spells or this early on. Hope everyone starts feeling less crappy soon!

CaraBoonie

I mostly feel dizzy in the shower, honestly, which is partly because I like warm showed and I overheat, and because I shower either in the morning before eating or afternoon after a workout, so basically I'm usually just hot and hungry. I can usually finish my shower, once I did have to get out and drink some gatorade. I've been buying gallons of gatorade and drinking a glass alternating w my water all day and I mostly feel fine.

dc072175

@enkb - I'm with you. Was super dizzy on Saturday at work and felt so sick all day. Finally projectile vomited late in the afternoon, also my first time all pregnancy at 21 weeks. Didn't feel much better afterwards and there was nothing left in my stomach. Felt sick on Sunday, but didn't get sick. Monday through now, no sickness, just the usual tiredness! 

raeandrylove

@CaraBoonie @SullyN I'm definitely going to try the gatorade tip. I don't have a blood pressure cuff, so I may need to invest in one. Thank you for the advice!  

christianks104

Suuuuuper tired. Like I feel like I'm 8 weeks again, I've been so tired the last two days. Not looking forward to working all weekend (I'm a nurse and work the night shift). Woof... 4 shifts in a row. My night shifts nurses I'm sure understand haha

mamakate1616

maddisonwallace said:

Okay, I have heard of brown spots on your face and stuff during pregnancy. And I swear I am not trolling. But I have these dark brown/ almost purple spots on my butt right where my sit bones are. It's like either they're just really dark brown spots, or I've got very distinct bruises/ pools of blood from sitting too much or in crappy chairs. I'm waiting on a call from my midwife to explain, but in the mean time has anyone else experienced this?

Are they like pimples/in grown hairs or something? Are your undies/pants too tight or not breathable? When I was in HS I was wearing these undies that didn't breathe and had what you're describing where my butt/legs would sit and after I switched they went away.

maddisonwallace

kkfl2m+b said:

maddisonwallace said:

Okay, I have heard of brown spots on your face and stuff during pregnancy. And I swear I am not trolling. But I have these dark brown/ almost purple spots on my butt right where my sit bones are. It's like either they're just really dark brown spots, or I've got very distinct bruises/ pools of blood from sitting too much or in crappy chairs. I'm waiting on a call from my midwife to explain, but in the mean time has anyone else experienced this?

Are they like pimples/in grown hairs or something? Are your undies/pants too tight or not breathable? When I was in HS I was wearing these undies that didn't breathe and had what you're describing where my butt/legs would sit and after I switched they went away.

No they're just like dark brown splotches. They're all very similar in shape and size which makes me think it's a bruise. They are not sores or even raised at all. Just splotches. I have noticed my tush a little sore whenever I'm sitting. My underwear doesn't feel too tight and they're definitely breathable. The spots have very distinct lines. Like they don't just fade out. Almost like giant freckles. That's the best I know how to explain it without violating TOU and sending a picture. And NO ONE wants to see that. Lol

Edit, again I could see it being the typical brown spots that are common to get on the face. It's just very odd to me that they're on the same spot on two different sides of my body...

lrayas

Woke up in the middle of the night with a nosebleed and coughed up some excess blood. It was so gross! Of course I couldn't go back to sleep and stared at the ceiling until my alarm went off at 6 AM.  Then throughout the day, I felt dizzy and just out of it.  I teach first graders so let's just say, it's been a long day.

Grace213

Starting to have the shortness of breath when I lie down because baby is pushing my organs up. Was hoping I'd have this a little later down the road but I guess we're doing everything earlier this round.