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Left lower back pain...is this normal?

valeriej6valeriej6 member
in 1st Trimester

Hi Ladies, 

I have pain just on the left side of my lower back (the level of where people get a lower back tattoo). It's been hurting for the better part of the day. I've had a good amount of water today (a little less than usual) and don't think I've strained it. Have you felt it? When would you call your OBGYN?

TIA! 

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Re: Left lower back pain...is this normal?

  • rp-chicago-momrp-chicago-mom member
    I would say it's either baby pain or it could be a kidney infection. My sister had one when she was expecting and they said since your kidneys have to flush so much more thay can get infected. Call teh doc soon but probably no biggie even if it is an infection.
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  • leanna0127leanna0127 member

    I have the same type of cramps going on but on my right side. I'd had my first dr appointment yesterday and I mentioned it to the nurse and she that's normal for a lot of women. She said that if it got intense or really sharp then to call in, it could then be a kidney infection or something baby related.

     

     

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  • JoHannah0320JoHannah0320
    The first couple of weeks its VERY normal. The thinner you are the more you feel it. I had horrible back pain and cramps but its just because Im 108lbs and My OB says I will feel everything stretching out down there preparing for a bigger baby. Its basically just your body getting ready. If it gets unbearable thats when you worry!
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  • GwenivereFullerGwenivereFuller

    I've had this all night and this morning,left lower back pain, not unbearable, but uncomfortable and it feels crampy and bloatey, not unlike a period. This is my third and I still get worried by this but everything always seems to be normal and my ob always just smiles at me and says, "every woman coming in here is worried about this pain and this twinge and this cramping, ah." He laughs at me, so I feel better knowing it's normal and I am in the majority!

     It helps to lie down on your left side, drink fluids, and relax. Things are stretching and the less tense you are the easier things will flow. Breathing helps me as well, and fresh air. It is cleansing when all that's on your mind 24/7 is baby!

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