Certain symptoms should be reported to your physician immediately, during any stage of the pregnancy. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina
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Blurry or impaired vision
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Unusual or severe abdominal pain or backaches
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Frequent, severe, and/or continuous headaches
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Contractions before 37 weeks that occur 4 times every 20 minutes, or contractions 8 times an hour that last for more than an hour
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Decrease in baby's movements
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Dizziness
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Excessive vomiting and diarrhea
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Fever over 100º F
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Pain or burning with urination
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Strong cramps
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Swelling of face, fingers, and feet
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Chills
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Inability to tolerate foods or liquids
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Muscular convulsions