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Overall pain

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LisGuest ·
Hi everyone,

I was wondering if anyone here is familiar with this. Since this morning, I've had a sharp pain in my calf and my ligaments are really bothering me. My shoulders and arms hurt a lot too; I can barely lift them. I'm currently 21 weeks pregnant.

Does anyone else experience this?

Best wishes

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  1. Anne #2

    It could be anything, like a calf cramp? That's really common during pregnancy; I've been having them a lot at night too. Sounds a bit like you've got muscle soreness all over... maybe you've pushed yourself too hard? Could be the start of a cold. If it persists, you can mention it to your midwife. For ligament pain, you could try a maternity support belt, maybe from a prenatal shop. Not the most comfortable, but a sturdy one that provides support. Don't wear it all day, but use it when you're going for a long walk or working, etc.

  2. Loeke5 #3

    I had this too... I don't want to scare you, but for me it was pregnancy-induced hypertension (preeclampsia).

  3. Lis started this #4

    @loekes5
    Are those symptoms enough for that and so early in pregnancy? I have an appointment with the GP on Friday. I'll see how I feel and if not, I'll call to see if I should come earlier.

  4. Loeke5 #5

    @Lis
    It was a bit later for me. Other symptoms can include fluid retention, headaches, seeing stars, pain under your right ribs...
    I think if you go on Friday it should be fine. It could also just be a little flu.

  5. Lis started this #6

    @loekes5
    OH I don't have all that, just one-sided gland sore throat and pain too suddenly..
    But I was super busy at work yesterday so maybe that's also why I feel it. Anyway, now after a good night's sleep I don't have any band pain anymore, just my shoulders and arms that are hurting like that..

  6. Loeke5 #7

    So don't worry too much and just take it easy today.

  7. Loeke5 #8

    Hi Lis,
    How are things going with you??

  8. Lis started this #9

    Hi @loekes5
    Feeling a bit better. I couldn’t think of anything regarding pregnancy, so I’ll probably call the doctor. Maybe it’s a calcium deficiency causing all my muscles to hurt, so I’ll ask about that on Monday.

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