Pregnancy-Related Problems: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you have belly, pelvic, or back (flank) pain?
See significance of belly, pelvic, or back (flank) pain if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Do you have pain in the upper right side of your belly (upper right quadrant 
)?
Do you have moderate belly pain?
Do you have moderate to severe back (flank) pain?
Do you have moderate to severe pelvic pain?
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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Do you have mild belly pain?
Do you have mild pelvic pain?
Do you have mild back (flank) pain without other signs of a kidney infection?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | August 06, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine, Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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