Can pregnancy cause left side pain?

Question

I'm pregnant and have been experiencing some pain on my left side, sometimes a dull ache, sometimes a sharp pang. Is it normal for pregnancy to cause left side pain, or should I be concerned?

Mitali Kini · Answer

Don't worry, minor side pains happen as the uterus expands. Just take some rest and definitely consult your gynac if u feel uncomfortable.

Madhavi Nair · Answer

Haha, with two babies inside, I had pains on the left, right, and everywhere in between! It's usually just everything stretching out, but do tell your doc just to be sure it's normal stretching.

Dakshina Khandelwal · Answer

Yes, stretching of muscles can cause this. Just keep your doctor in the loop to be safe.

Trisha Bhosale · Answer

Oh, I remember having all sorts of random side pains while dealing with terrible nausea. It's usually just round ligament pain, but since pain can be tricky, please call your gynac to get a quick confirmation.

Monisha Saha · Answer

Yes, this is quite common due to stretching ligaments, but make sure to check with your doctor if it becomes severe.