Kidney pain in pregnancy is a common symptom and can have several causes, from kidney stones, urinary tract infection, spinal problems or muscle tiredness. However, kidney worship in late pregnancy may still be a sign of the onset of labor due to contractions. Know how to recognize these signs here.
Generally, the main cause of kidney pain in pregnancy is urinary tract infection, which can often arise at the beginning or end of pregnancy. This is because in these periods there is an increase in blood circulation, which leads to increased production of urine that accumulates in the bladder.
Also during pregnancy there is an increase in progesterone, which can cause relaxation of the bladder muscles and all structures of the urinary system, facilitating the accumulation of urine in these places and the growth of bacteria. Check the Symptoms of urinary tract infection.
The pregnant woman with urinary tract infection may feel the urge to urinate many times, burning in the bottom of the belly, painful urination, in addition to dark colored urine and a bad smell. However, some pregnant women may also have no symptoms, so they should consult their obstetrician or gynecologist to regularly have a urine test and diagnose the problem.
See what you can do to cure urinary tract infection in the following video.
Could kidney pain be a symptom of pregnancy?
Kidney pain can be a sign of pregnancy, but it is more common in women who experience back pain during menstruation.
However, it is recommended that the woman take a pregnancy test to confirm the pregnancy, especially if her period is late. Check the symptoms to find out if you may be pregnant by clicking here.
