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intermittent cramping with history of fibroids
robynart
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Im 8 weeks along and have been having cramps on and off for the past 3 weeks or so. Sometimes they stem from my bladder being full, sometimes it feels like my uterus is expanding and other times, there is no explanation. I also am having a hard time determining if Im having hunger pangs or its something else and if they are, just how much to eat to get them to go away. I often overcompensate and end up feeling full and completely uncomfortable! This is my first pregnancy at age 39 and I thought that it would be a lot more enjoyable. I have been uncomfortable since I found out we were expecting. Does anyone have any ideas, tips or just positive reinforcement that could shed some light on my ignorance! Thanks
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Re: intermittent cramping with history of fibroids
I have a history with fibroids as well. I had a myomctomy about 7 years ago (the fibroid was 10 cm). At the Ultrasound at 13 weeks they also examined the fibroid. It's about 4 cm and is located at the back of my uterus. As far as I know it is important to know where it is because it may or may not impact your pregnancy. I am lucky. I do have some cramps but nothing that would make me think it's because of the fibroid. I am not doctor but it seems to be that the things you are feeling are pretty normal, but just to be safe you should mention the cramps to the doc.
I am 40 and 15 weeks along. Hang in there! :x
PS: I also want to add that you may need to have a C-section. I will because of the myomectomy, but my doc said even if I didn't have that it is a high chance that I would need a CS.