Pregnancy: When to Call Your Doctor

Call your health care provider right away if you have:

Unusual or severe cramping or abdominal pain
Noticeable changes in your baby's movement after 28 weeks gestation (if you don't count 10 movements in 2 hours or less)
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath that seems to be getting worse
Signs of premature labor including:
-- Regular tightening or pain in the lower abdomen or back.
-- Any bleeding in the second or third trimester.
-- Fluid leak.
-- Pressure in the pelvis or vagina.
Also call your health care provider if you have any of the following conditions during pregnancy:

A fever over 100° Fahrenheit
Severe or persistent vomiting
Severe diarrhea
Fainting spells or dizziness
Pain, burning or trouble urinating
Unusual vaginal discharge
Vaginal bleeding
Swelling in your hands, fingers or face
Blurred vision or spots before your eyes
Sore, cracked or bleeding nipples
Severe headaches
Blurred vision
Pain or cramping in your arms, legs or chest
If you aren't sure if a symptom is serious, but you just don't feel like yourself, trust your instincts and call your provider. If there is a problem you will get prompt attention and if there isn't you will be reassured.