A bout of stomach pain in late pregnancy may be caused by false uterine contractions, true uterine contractions, placental abruption, gastrointestinal diseases and other causes.
1. False uterine contractions: with the enlargement of the uterus in late pregnancy, the sensitivity of the uterine myometrium will be enhanced, stimulated by some factors, such as the impact of intrauterine activities of the fetus, there may be irregular uterine contractions, manifested as paroxysmal abdominal pain, stomach pain in a burst.
2. True uterine contractions: pregnant women entering labor will have true uterine contractions, manifested as regular and gradually strengthened contractions, the lower abdomen will have a tightening, crushing pain, also a burst of pain in the stomach.
3. Placental abruption: before the delivery of the fetus in late pregnancy, the placenta is detached from the uterine wall early, which will show abdominal pain, abdominal tightness, vaginal bleeding, etc., and pregnant women will also have a bout of pain in the stomach.
4. Gastrointestinal diseases: cold abdomen or cold diet in late pregnancy, resulting in strong paroxysmal contraction of the smooth muscle of the intestinal wall, causing abdominal pain, will also show a burst of pain in the stomach.
In short, there are more reasons for a bout of pain in late pregnancy, and it is recommended to consult a doctor in time if it is serious.