Signs and Symptoms of pregnancy

Published on, 20 September, 2023. Answered by Dr. Anh Nguyen and Verified by Dr.Galen Team

Patient Question

Hello Doctor,

I've been feeling a heaviness in my body, and I'm not sure if I could be pregnant. Can you help me understand what might be happening?

Answered by Dr. Anh Nguyen

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

You are experiencing a sense of bodily heaviness and are uncertain about the possibility of pregnancy. In reality, weight gain and experiencing sickness are only two among several potential indicators of pregnancy.

Pregnancy is associated with various signs in the early stages, including:

Missed Period

Nausea and Vomiting (commonly referred to as 'morning' sickness)

Breast Tenderness and Enlargement

Fatigue

Frequent Urination, particularly at night

Food Cravings and Aversions

Persistent Sour or Metallic Taste (dysgeusia)

It's essential to recognize that many pregnancy signs can also be caused by stress or illness. To determine whether you are pregnant, consider taking a home pregnancy test (urine test) or consulting with your GP. They can perform urine tests, blood tests, or ultrasound scans to confirm your pregnancy status.

Thanks