Aching pains in the lower abdomen are more common in women than in men. This is due to the fact that in women the small pelvis is differently arranged, and some internal organs differ from men's. What significance should be given to periodic unexpressed pains, what to do when the stomach pulls strongly, and even painkillers cannot eliminate these sensations? Such pains are not always harmless in origin. Listed below are the causes of pulling pains in the lower abdomen in women:
- Intestinal spasm or inflammatory diseases accompanied by constipation.
- Diseases caused by the formation of adhesions.
- Gynecological problems, inflammation, bleeding.
- Hernia of the spine in the lumbosacral region.
- Appendicitis.
- Oncological diseases of the pelvis or organs located in the abdominal cavity.
If a woman feels pulling pains in the lower abdomen, the reasons for which are not clear to her, it is worthwhile to consult a doctor - gynecologist, surgeon or therapist - to identify and eliminate them. In most cases, medical treatment is required, sometimes hospitalization, and in extreme cases, even surgical intervention.
Causes of Pregnancy Ailments
The causes of pulling pains in the lower abdomen in women are conventionally divided into two categories: pain in pregnant women and pain in those who are not expecting a baby. In the case when the woman is in an "interesting position", there are enough reasons for the pain in the base of the abdomen. This is caused by the expansion of the uterus, which clamps the abdominal muscles, previously in good shape, and now experiencing a growing load. In addition to muscles, the growing uterus squeezes the intestines, ovaries and bladder, so the presence of pain in the abdomen can be accompanied by a constant desire to go to the toilet. Such sensations, as well as constant constipation, are unpleasant, but they almost always accompany women during pregnancy, and it is unlikely that they can be eliminated. But not always aching pain from the lower abdomen in pregnant women should be ignored. Sometimes it indicates the presence of a threat of miscarriage. If a pregnant woman does not produce enough hormone progesterone or is under stress for a long time, the risk of premature miscarriage and detachment of the placenta increases. Sometimes excessive physical activity leads to this condition. When abdominal pain is accompanied by bloody discharge, you should immediately call an ambulance without delaying a trip to the doctor.
Causes of symptoms independent of pregnancy
The causes of pulling pains in the lower abdomen in women who are not waiting for the baby to appear are slightly different from those described above. Often women are concerned about pain before and during menstruation. This is a natural process, when the cervix opens a little, its nerve endings, causing pain, are affected. Such pains are more pronounced in nulliparous women, with a new cycle they can become weaker or stronger. But there are also harmless causes of pulling pains in the lower abdomen in women: these are inflammation of the internal organs, constipation, intra-abdominal bleeding. Sometimes appendicitis manifests itself in pains not in the side, but in the lower abdominal cavity. If you feel abdominal pain, and the time of menstruation has not yet come, this is an occasion to consult a specialist for medical help, undergo an examination and find out the cause. This is especially true if pulling pain is accompanied by fever, chills, bloody discharge, nausea, or vomiting. The appearance in the urine of blood is also a cause for concern - this is one of the symptoms of cystitis. Sometimes the doctor may suspect an ectopic pregnancy and prescribe an ultrasound. You can not self-medicate, even at first glance, harmless folk remedies, when the cause of the disease is unknown. Also, do not apply a heating pad to the sore spot: if you have inflammation, heating will only aggravate the process. Sometimes the pain spreads to the lower back, usually this occurs with ovulation.
Take good care of your health and live without pain!