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I am currently 32 weeks pregnant and have been feeling pain and discomfort when lifting my left leg. Additionally, I am experiencing back pain and abdominal pain. What could be causing these symptoms?
Artificial Intelligence Health Assistant's Answer

During pregnancy, it is common to experience various aches and pains as your body adjusts to the growing baby. The pain you are feeling when lifting your left leg may be due to the added pressure on your pelvic joints or sciatic nerve compression. This can cause discomfort in the lower back as well. The abdominal pain could be related to round ligament pain or stretching of the uterus as it expands.

To alleviate these symptoms, try practicing good posture, avoiding heavy lifting or sudden movements, using a pregnancy support belt for additional support, and applying heat or cold packs to the affected areas. Gentle exercises like prenatal yoga or swimming can also help strengthen muscles and reduce discomfort.

However, if the pain becomes severe or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms such as vaginal bleeding or contractions, it is important to consult with your healthcare provider immediately. They will be able to evaluate your condition more thoroughly and provide appropriate guidance or treatment options specific to your situation.

As for your active baby's movements, it is generally a positive sign of their health and vitality. However, if you notice any significant changes in movement patterns (such as decreased activity), it is advisable to contact your healthcare provider for further evaluation.

Remember that every pregnancy is unique, so it's always best to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice based on your specific circumstances.

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Is because ur baby is moving down to the pelvic region and his /her weight lying on ur lower extremities 
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I'm 32 weeks pregnant also and my baby moves so restlessly and the movements are too much.my stomach hurts sometimes especially if I walk too much
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i m 34 weeks i have back pain and my left leg is swallown i have too much vericose veins on my legs and feets and viginal area.my baby kicks too strongly that its hurts me.
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It's normal even it will become more strong afterwards 

Tips: give massage to your leg and backbone or walk 15 mints daily 
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I am 30 weeks and also feel pain when i lift my legs.i also think that the baby is going down cause there is a lot of movement . Just cant wait to meet the little guy.
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 I am 31 weeks and 5 days ..I feel pain in my vaginal area and the upper left leg..but all these are normal because your baby is getting bigger than before so he/she is pressure on your lower area..To reduce the pain do some massage and also walk 15 mins at least daily. It will be helpful for you and your baby to move to the right pisition for natural birth.:)

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