Where is the location of labor pain?
How many months into the pregnancy is it? Sometimes I feel pain "down there," and my doctor said it is caused by uterine contractions. I would like to know which specific part of the body is experiencing this pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Uterine contraction pain mainly occurs in the uterine area, typically located in the lower abdomen, above the pubic bone, and may also appear in the lower back.
Uterine contraction pain results from the contraction of uterine muscles, primarily aimed at propelling the fetus through the birth canal. During pregnancy, especially as labor approaches, these contractions become more frequent and intense. In early pregnancy, the pain tends to be more localized in the lower abdomen; as pregnancy progresses, especially during the late stages and onset of labor, the pain may start in the upper abdomen and spread downward to the area above the pubic symphysis.
Uterine contraction pain is episodic, with clear intervals between each episode. As labor approaches, the intervals between contractions gradually shorten, while the duration of each pain episode increases progressively, and the intensity generally becomes stronger. In addition to the sensation of pain, women may also experience a tight, hard feeling in the abdomen during contractions, along with symptoms such as backache and a feeling of needing to defecate.
Uterine contraction pain is a normal phenomenon during childbirth. It is important in daily life to maintain healthy lifestyle habits, appropriately monitor and manage contraction pain, and promote overall health.
