Super worried, need advice please - [Update]

supermom83 · January 2011

So I was getting my toddler ready to go out, and I lifted him up as usual but as I was putting him down on the coach to put his shoes on I felt a HUGE twinge in my belly. It seriously felt like something was peeling apart in there. He's 28 pounds and I was obviously bending forward to put him on the coach.

It's been hurting and twinging now for about 15 minutes. More so when I walk or when I went upstairs to the bathroom to check if I was bleeding (which I am not but it's only been 15 minutes). I've been trying to call my doctor but can't get through since the offices close at 4 and for some reason I can't get connected to the emergency service they have to page the doctor on call....I'll keep trying though.

I'm seriously thinking of going to the ER. Would you?

UPDATE: So I finally got through to the emergency service and the doctor called back pretty quickly. He thinks it's nothing major, and that it's probably scar tissue from my previous c-section (which I don't know how I would have scar tissue that high up near my belly button...) but he said that as long as I don't start bleeding or getting strong menstrual cramps then I'm fine. It still feels a little sore there but it's not hurting really. Doctor told me I should not pick my toddler up anymore...which I don't know how in the world I'm going to do that, but I guess Ben will have to start getting used to walking everywhere! Doc also told me to just take it easy for the rest of the night and to take Tylenol if I still have some discomfort. Thank you all for helping me out during my little freak-out. I really appreciate you June ladies. You're all so awesome and supportive )

MrsHadley · January 2011

I've had a big twinge/kick/something happen while carrying my toddler before, and while I was a bit sore for a few minutes, I wasn't still hurting after fifteen minutes. I would call my dr. again. Or a nurse line if you have one in your area!

Let us know an update when you have one.

daisytoad · January 2011

I don't know what you should do, but please keep us updated.

LollyBug18 · January 2011

I would have never thought of this on my own but awhile back someone on here suggested calling the ER to ask them if they thought you should come in. You could always try that if you can't get ahold of your OB office and are still worried but not wanting to just go in w/o being advised to. Hope it's nothing serious!

EMLYNNLERETTE · January 2011

LollyBug18:
I would have never thought of this on my own but awhile back someone on here suggested calling the ER to ask them if they thought you should come in. You could always try that if you can't get ahold of your OB office and are still worried but not wanting to just go in w/o being advised to. Hope it's nothing serious!

The ER will tell you they can't suggest anything over the phone other than to come in and get checked out. Liability. I wouldn't go to the ER unless you seriously can't get a hold of your doctor after trying over and over again. ER doctor's are incredibly smart, however an OBGYN is specifically trained in everything prenatal.

AshleyPT · January 2011

I wouldn't go to the ER, but I've been told that I'm an under-reactor.

RClaffee · January 2011

I guess it depends on how much you are bleeding. If it is only a few drops, I wouldn't worry too much (I would certainly keep calling the doc, though). Good luck getting through to the emergency service. I would definitely bring up the fact that it was hard to do at your next appointment to see if the issue can be addressed.

Good luck. I hope you get through soon.

Future_mrs_nacho · January 2011

I would try calling again in a little bit and if you can't get through, then go in.

Good luck, and keep us updated!

Mrs. Han Solo · January 2011

Glad you got through to your doctor's office! Now try to take it easy.

I have a 28lb toddler too. I was worried about lifting her so at my last appointment I asked my OB about it. He said that at this point, your more likely to hurt yourself than to do any harm to the baby. He did say that the time is quickly approaching when he will probably tell me "no more lifting" so I'm trying to get prepared. DD now has several new stools around the house!

Thoughts and prayers your way!

EMLYNNLERETTE · January 2011

Good to hear everything seems to be okay.

Maybe you could take a little time to pamper yourself and soak in a salt bath... I hope you continue to feel better and you have my thoughts and prayers as well!

MoMandA · January 2011

supermom83:
So I was getting my toddler ready to go out, and I lifted him up as usual but as I was putting him down on the coach to put his shoes on I felt a HUGE twinge in my belly. It seriously felt like something was peeling apart in there. He's 28 pounds and I was obviously bending forward to put him on the coach.
It's been hurting and twinging now for about 15 minutes. More so when I walk or when I went upstairs to the bathroom to check if I was bleeding (which I am not but it's only been 15 minutes). I've been trying to call my doctor but can't get through since the offices close at 4 and for some reason I can't get connected to the emergency service they have to page the doctor on call....I'll keep trying though.
I'm seriously thinking of going to the ER. Would you?
UPDATE: So I finally got through to the emergency service and the doctor called back pretty quickly. He thinks it's nothing major, and that it's probably scar tissue from my previous c-section (which I don't know how I would have scar tissue that high up near my belly button...) but he said that as long as I don't start bleeding or getting strong menstrual cramps then I'm fine. It still feels a little sore there but it's not hurting really. Doctor told me I should not pick my toddler up anymore...which I don't know how in the world I'm going to do that, but I guess Ben will have to start getting used to walking everywhere! Doc also told me to just take it easy for the rest of the night and to take Tylenol if I still have some discomfort. Thank you all for helping me out during my little freak-out. I really appreciate you June ladies. You're all so awesome and supportive )

Before I even read your update I guessed that you had a c-section and that you had an adhesion tear. That is not too high for an adhesion.If your OB did a crappy job repairing your peritoneum then you could have an adhesion anywhere in your abdominal cavity. It hurts like hell when an adhesion separates but you should be fine.

supermom83 · January 2011

MoMandA:
supermom83:
So I was getting my toddler ready to go out, and I lifted him up as usual but as I was putting him down on the coach to put his shoes on I felt a HUGE twinge in my belly. It seriously felt like something was peeling apart in there. He's 28 pounds and I was obviously bending forward to put him on the coach.
It's been hurting and twinging now for about 15 minutes. More so when I walk or when I went upstairs to the bathroom to check if I was bleeding (which I am not but it's only been 15 minutes). I've been trying to call my doctor but can't get through since the offices close at 4 and for some reason I can't get connected to the emergency service they have to page the doctor on call....I'll keep trying though.
I'm seriously thinking of going to the ER. Would you?
UPDATE: So I finally got through to the emergency service and the doctor called back pretty quickly. He thinks it's nothing major, and that it's probably scar tissue from my previous c-section (which I don't know how I would have scar tissue that high up near my belly button...) but he said that as long as I don't start bleeding or getting strong menstrual cramps then I'm fine. It still feels a little sore there but it's not hurting really. Doctor told me I should not pick my toddler up anymore...which I don't know how in the world I'm going to do that, but I guess Ben will have to start getting used to walking everywhere! Doc also told me to just take it easy for the rest of the night and to take Tylenol if I still have some discomfort. Thank you all for helping me out during my little freak-out. I really appreciate you June ladies. You're all so awesome and supportive )
Before I even read your update I guessed that you had a c-section and that you had an adhesion tear. That is not too high for an adhesion.If your OB did a crappy job repairing your peritoneum then you could have an adhesion anywhere in your abdominal cavity. It hurts like hell when an adhesion separates but you should be fine.

Thank you so much for posting this. Now I understand what the heck that "peeling" feeling was! It was the weirdest sensation ever and just felt sore afterwards. The doctor didn't tell me the actual name of what he thought I had, but when I googled what you mentioned, I found that having a C-section could cause the adhesion and also a D&C...which I had with the twins in April. So I'm thinking that's what it is for sure....makes me super nervous about my plans for a vbac and/or a possible second c-section with all that scar tissue... yikes!

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