Abnormal Periods & Abdominal Swelling: Possible Causes & Pregnancy

It is possible to be pregnant and still have abnormal periods. However, there are many other possible causes of a swollen stomach and abnormal periods, such as:

* Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

* Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

* Celiac disease

* Lactose intolerance

* Ovarian cysts

* Uterine fibroids

* Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

* Cancer

If you are concerned about your symptoms, it is important to see a doctor for evaluation.

Some signs and symptoms of pregnancy include:

* Missed period. This is the most common sign of pregnancy. However, some women may still have light bleeding or spotting during early pregnancy.

* Morning sickness. This is nausea and vomiting that often occurs in the morning, but can happen at any time of day.

* Fatigue. Feeling tired all the time is a common symptom of pregnancy.

* Breast tenderness. Your breasts may become sore, swollen, and tender.

* Frequent urination. You may need to urinate more often than usual.

* Food cravings or aversions. You may develop a craving for certain foods or have an aversion to foods that you used to enjoy.

* Mood swings. You may experience mood swings, such as feeling happy one minute and sad the next.

* Skin changes. Your skin may become darker or develop patches of dark skin.

* Acne. You may develop acne or have a breakout of pimples.

* Constipation. You may have constipation, due to the hormone progesterone relaxing the muscles in your digestive tract.

* Back pain. You may experience back pain, due to the expanding uterus putting pressure on your spine.

If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to see a doctor to confirm whether or not you are pregnant.