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Introduction to Symptoms During Pregnancy

Nausea and Vomiting During Early Pregnancy

Pelvic Pain During Early Pregnancy

Swelling During Late Pregnancy

Vaginal Bleeding During Early Pregnancy

Vaginal Bleeding During Late Pregnancy

In patients with endometriosis, patches of endometrial tissue, a type of tissue normally found only in the lining of the uterus (endometrium), appear outside the uterus. Which of the following is a characteristic associated with an increased risk of endometriosis?

Breastfeeding a baby for a long time
Having a mother or sister with endometriosis
Having had several pregnancies
Using low-dose oral contraceptives

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By

Geeta K. Swamy

, MD, Duke University Medical Center;

R. Phillip Heine

, MD, Duke University Medical Center

Last full review/revision Jul 2018| Content last modified Aug 2018

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Symptoms that occur during pregnancy may be normal or may indicate a problem. A problem may be related to the pregnancy (an obstetric problem) or to another disorder, and evaluation by a doctor may be required.

Some symptoms should always be reported immediately to a doctor. They include

Persistent or unusual headaches
Persistent nausea and vomiting
Dizziness
Vision problems
Pain or cramps in the lowest part of the torso (pelvic pain)
Contractions
Vaginal bleeding
Leakage of amniotic fluid (described as "the water breaks")
Swelling of the hands or feet
Decreased urination
Any illness or infection
Shaking (tremor) of the hands, feet, or both
Seizures
A racing heart
Decreased movement of the fetus

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