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38 weeks and terrible headaches... nothing is working....

raecatalanoraecatalano
in May 2012 Moms

Last week I was told by my OB that I am at 3cm and 100% and because this is my second baby that it really could be any time. I've had Braxton Hicks, period like cramps, pelvic pressure, and every other pre-labor symptom... However, a new one, that has lasted now for four days is a killer headache. I've tried sleeping, tylenol, bendryll, pregnancy safe tea, walking, eating special foods, and now I'm at a loss. Has anyone ever experienced this at the end of their pregnancy and know how to get rid of it? Is this severe headache a sign that labor is eminent?

 

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Re: 38 weeks and terrible headaches... nothing is working....

  • Megloveshim07Megloveshim07
    check your BP if you have pre eclampsia it can cause severebheadaches that dont dissipate with sleep or tylenol. If its elevated call your Dr immediately.
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  • gatogrrlgatogrrl member

    Bad headaches in the third tri can be a sign of preeclampsia.  If I were you, I'd call my OB tomorrow to get it checked out.

    Do you have blurry vision or more than normal swelling in your feet?  Those are two other common signs, although there are a lot more possible symptoms, too.

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  • babymaker32babymaker32

    My doctor instructed me (numerous times) to call Labor & Delivery asap if I had a headache that wasn't relieved with Tylenol. 

    I'd call if I were you!! 

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  • FyreFlyeRushFyreFlyeRush member

    Like the PP said, I'd talk to your OB first to rule out BP. But, yes, headaches and migraines can be common at the end of pregnancy. Especially if you suffer from PMS or period headaches when not pregnant. It could also be a sinus headache.

    Tylenol Severe Cold works wonders. I'm a migraine sufferer, and I have the most luck during pregnancy with a cocktail of: Tylenol, psuedoephedrine, and a caffeinated soda. IDK how safe pseudoephedrine is in the third Tri, tho.

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  • TamTam624TamTam624
    I agree with the other posters, you should call your DR.  Pre-e can come on with out any symptoms at all.  Its better to get checked and make sure.
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  • raecatalanoraecatalano
    Went to the doctor yesterday and I do not have PE. My BP is great, my swelling is down, and everything else according to doctor is good. For as long as I can remember I've suffered from migraines, but have been fortunate during this pregnancy to only have one and that was in the very beginning of being pregnant. My OB said that my headaches are due to my lack of sleep, stress, and end of pregnancy hormones... I was told this little man could come at any time so hopefully it will be soon!
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