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LIBOUND
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Suzy
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Holy pelvic pain..
Help!!
I can't take this pain anymore. Last night DH had to help me to the bathroom because I couldn't walk. If this continues to get worse, I feel like I'll need a walker or even a wheelchair.
This much pain can't be normal...or is it?
Other than Tylenol, can you recommend anything else that will help?
ETA: I had to change the title. It's not round ligament, it's the pelvic area that's killing me.
I read up on it and all it did was make me feel worse.
Message edited 11/11/2007 10:15:33 AM.
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nickipa
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
I would call your dr if its that bad!!!! 
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| Posted 11/11/07 10:39 AM |
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MsG
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
Oh God can I relate! Pelvic pain has been my #1 pregnancy complaint. And I feel like no one understands!
I hate to tell you this, but aside from Tylenol and experimenting with pillows, there's nothing to be done. You can try to stand in front of a wall and tilt the back of your pelvis so that it is flat against the wall - this gives a light stretch, but that has only helped take the edge off sometimes.
When I get out of bed, I feel like I can't take a step. Putting on pants brings tears to my eyes. I've had the pain from about the 5th month, but the last week has been hell.
The only consolation I have is that it is temporary. I feel your pain.
ETA: like the poster above said, definitely talk to your doctor. Maybe he or she will have more information than mine did, who just said it's normal.
Message edited 11/11/2007 10:45:00 AM.
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| Posted 11/11/07 10:41 AM |
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nicrae
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
I've had pelvic pain but never where I couldn't stand. I would call your doctor.
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| Posted 11/11/07 10:55 AM |
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MichelleR
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
I have the same pain. It's SPD (at least in my case) and OBs don't know much about it. Ive heard a chiropractor or osteopath can help, but I haven't done that. This week has been the worst so far. I am in so much pain, also have trouble standing up and turning over in bed... and getting comfortable PERIOD. Thank god I only have 9 days left.
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| Posted 11/11/07 11:21 AM |
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LIBOUND
Texting king
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
Posted by MichelleR
I have the same pain. It's SPD (at least in my case) and OBs don't know much about it. Ive heard a chiropractor or osteopath can help, but I haven't done that. This week has been the worst so far. I am in so much pain, also have trouble standing up and turning over in bed... and getting comfortable PERIOD. Thank god I only have 9 days left.
SPD is what I read up on. I think that's it based on the symptoms.
I have an appt tommorow and will discuss with my OB. The last time she said that this was "normal" but to not even be able to take a step...I'm sorry, but that's not normal!!
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| Posted 11/11/07 12:37 PM |
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MsG
Should be working
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
Posted by MichelleR
I have the same pain. It's SPD (at least in my case) and OBs don't know much about it. Ive heard a chiropractor or osteopath can help, but I haven't done that. This week has been the worst so far. I am in so much pain, also have trouble standing up and turning over in bed... and getting comfortable PERIOD. Thank god I only have 9 days left.
I can't turn over either! Well, I can, but it hurts like he ll. It's so frustrating to go to the doc and be told these are normal aches and pains. I am scheduled for a c-section this Thursday, so I don't have long to go. Good luck to you!
OMG I just read about SPD and it explains these awful back pains I've been having that I thought meant impending labor. Ugh. Well, it's good to know this isn't all in my head.
Message edited 11/11/2007 1:20:28 PM.
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| Posted 11/11/07 1:15 PM |
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MDF
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
What is spd?
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| Posted 11/11/07 4:39 PM |
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LIBOUND
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
Posted by MDF
What is spd?
Although not every provider has a name for this condition, it is most commonly called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (or SPD), especially in Britain. Other names for it include:
pubic shear (osteopathic term)
symphyseal separation
pubic symphysis separation
separated symphysis
pelvic girdle relaxation of pregnancy
pelvic joint syndrome.
The symptoms of SPD vary from person to person, but almost all women who have it experience substantial pubic pain. Tenderness and pain down low in the front is common, but often this pain feels as if it's inside. The pubic area is generally very tender to the touch; many moms find it painful when the doctor or midwife pushes down on the pubic bone while measuring the uterus (fundal height).
Any activity that involves lifting one leg at a time or parting the legs tends to be particularly painful. Lifting the leg to put on clothes, getting out of a car, bending over, sitting down or getting up, walking up stairs, standing on one leg, lifting heavy objects, and walking in general tend to be difficult at times. Many women report that moving or turning over in bed is especially excruciating. One woman wrote, "There were days that I didn't think I was going to be able to get out of bed and actually had to roll out of bed and onto the floor to be able to do so!" [See her story below.]
Many movements become difficult when the pubic symphysis area is affected. Although the greatest pain is associated with movements of lifting one leg or parting the legs, some women experience a 'freezing', where they get up out of bed and find it hard to get their bodies moving right away--the hip bone seems stuck in place and won't move at first. Or they describe having to wait for it to 'pop into place' before being able to walk. The range of hip movement is usually affected, and abduction of the hips especially painful.
Many women also report sciatica (pain that shoots down the buttocks and leg) when pubic pain is present. SPD can also also be associated with bladder dysfunction, especially when going from lying down (or squatting) to a standing position. Some women also feel a 'clicking' when they walk or shift just 'so', or lots of pressure down low near the pubic area.
Many women with SPD also report very strong round ligament pain (pulling or tearing feelings in the abdomen when rolling over, moving suddenly, sneezing, coughing, getting up, etc.). Some chiropractors feel that round ligament pain can be an early symptom of SPD problems, and indicate the need for adjustments. Other providers consider round ligament pain normal, part of the body adjusting to the growing uterus. If experienced with pubic and/or low back pain, it probably is associated with the SPD.
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| Posted 11/11/07 5:37 PM |
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jellybean78
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
I hope you feel better
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| Posted 11/11/07 5:43 PM |
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CAT215
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
Blimey Suzy that sounds horrid. Is there anything that can be done for it? Poor you
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| Posted 11/11/07 5:50 PM |
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Re: Holy pelvic pain..
I had it really bad with my first pregnancy. It started around 16 weeks and lasted until a few months after delivery. It was horrible. I'm praying that my pelvic area is already prepared from the last time and I won't have to go through it again. I found that a heating pad provided some temporary relief. I hope you feel better!
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