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Signs:
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Uterine Contractions - tightening
of the muscles within the uterus.
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Menstrual-like Cramps - felt low in
the abdomen, just above the pubic bone, may be rhythmic, feeling like
waves or fluttering or you may feel a constant cramp.
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Lower, Dull Backache
- located mainly in the lower back and may radiate to the
sides or front, may be rhythmic or constant, usually not
relieved by changing position.
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Pelvic Pressure - pressure or
fullness in the pelvic area, in your back or thighs, may feel
like the baby is going to "fall out."
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Intestinal Cramps - may occur
in the presence or absence of diarrhea, may have the feeling of
"gas pains."
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Increase or Change in Vaginal
Discharge - amount may be more than that which is normal for you,
may change to mucous or watery, color may become pink or
brown-tinged.
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A General Feeling That Something is Not Right
- even without a specific cause.
If you experience any of the above, or
if you feel that something is different:
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Call your doctor.
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Go to the bathroom and empty your bladder.
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Check to make sure you have not missed a dose
of any medication you might be taking.
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Drink a full glass of water.
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Rest, lying down on your left side.
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Monitor your uterine activity.
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