Where do you feel the implantation pain?

Most women report pulling centrally in the lower abdomen, exactly where the uterus is located. Rarely can women locate the pain more precisely.

When does one feel the implantation pain?

The implantation takes place between the seventh and twelfth day after ovulation. However, as the female cycle is very different and variable for many women, there may be some variations. Ovulation tests can be used to determine ovulation.

During implantation, the egg cell penetrates the lining of the uterus and attaches itself firmly to it. By day 14 at the latest, the egg is firmly anchored and the pain should no longer occur. If persistent pain occurs after this time, other causes, such as a spontaneous abortion (miscarriage), must be considered.

Causes

The causes of the implantation pain are not conclusively clarified. A small injury is caused by the penetration of the egg into the lining of the uterus. Injuries can theoretically cause pain everywhere.

However, since it is a very small injury, less than 0.2 millimetres, it is rather unlikely that pain will be triggered. It may depend on where the ovum is located and whether there are several small nerve endings. The sensation of pain is very individual, and some women react more sensitively to physical changes than others.

It is noticeable that more women who have a strong desire to have children report implantation pain. A psychological component cannot therefore be excluded. Only after a positive pregnancy test several days later can women say with certainty that they really had implantation pain.

Diagnosis

The clear diagnosis is rather difficult. The implantation takes place on the seventh to twelfth day after ovulation. However, the pregnancy can only be safely confirmed by a pregnancy test in the fourth to fifth week. It is difficult to establish a connection.

Associated symptoms

During the implantation itself, there are hardly any accompanying symptoms. The pulling pain is usually limited to the lower abdomen. Accompanying symptoms are more likely to occur with menstrual pain, which may be similar to the implantation pain.Many women suffer from headaches, back pain, abdominal cramps, circulatory and mood swings.

After implantation of the egg, the hormone beta-HCG is produced in increased quantities. This hormonal change can trigger the dreaded morning sickness. At this point, however, the pregnancy is already more advanced. If there is also increased bleeding, it may be an early abortion. In general, a doctor should be consulted if new symptoms occur to clarify other causes.