During a pregnancy you will experience many symptoms ranging from morning sickness early on to swollen feet and ankles later in the pregnancy.  Every pregnant woman worries about the health of her pregnancy and baby, always wondering what each little symptom she feels means.  It is a good idea to talk to your doctor throughout your pregnancy to get an idea of what to expect and what to keep an eye out for.  It is better to be equipped with knowledge in the event you experience a complication or problem during your pregnancy.

Here are a few signs that may indicate a problem and should not be ignored.  If you experience any of these symptoms or others that you are concerned about you should immediately call your doctor.

• Your baby is not moving or is moving less frequently than normal
• Severe or persistent abdominal pain or cramping
• Vaginal bleeding or spotting
• An increase or change your vaginal discharge
• Pelvic pressure
• Pain or burning during urination, or a decrease in the amount of urine
• Severe or persistent vomiting, or any vomiting accompanied by a fever
• A fever above 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Visual disturbances
• Persistent or severe headache
• Swelling of your face or hands, any sudden swelling of your feet, or rapid weight gain
• Persistent or severe leg cramps
• Fainting, frequent dizziness, or heart palpitations
• Difficulty breathing
• Chest pain
• Severe constipation accompanied by abdominal pain
• Diarrhea that lasts more than 24hrs
• Persistent and intense itchiness

As stated above these symptoms should not be ignored and you should call your doctor immediately if you experience any of them.  You should also call your doctor any time you are concerned or unsure about something you are experiencing.  It is always better to get checked out than to let something become a problem.