Severe back pain

[kateblondie07]

Hi all, I've been having absolutely severe back pain especially at night, to where I'm taking paracetamol and aspirin all day and night! My midwife appointment and doctors not for another 2 weeks and don't want to keep taking the pills but they are the only way I sleep.
I need to book at osteo I think. Any other tips would greatly help! Thank you!

You may have SPD? If so, reducing activity and wearing a support belt will help.

Get an emergency appointment at the doctors. You shouldn't be taking pain medication for more than a few days without consulting the GP.
Hot water bottle helps back pain.

How many weeks are you op?

I'm 26 weeks now, so prime time for this pain I think? I will try to get an emergency appointment. I have hot water bottle and a belt, but a cheap one. I might have a look for another.

You need to find out whats going on before buying belts etc. See osteopath and doctor

Do you have an anterior placenta by any chance? I read recently those who do are more prone to back pain.

Your gp will likely advise you continue with the paracetamol, but they may also prescribe something stronger. I have spd and have been advised to keep on top of paracetamol 4 hourly so that it can build up. I think top up with codiene as and when needed.

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Thank you all. Last time I was told my placenta was high, but feels like things/baby has moved since and had heartbeat checked on Saturday and while trying to find she said oh a bit of placenta in the way so it's possibly moved.
I am going to ring the doctors this morning. Thank you all!