Sharp pain in vagina 17 weeks

[Me_and_Sparkle]

hi everyone

i Was wondering if you have ever experienced sharp / shooting pain in the vagina (area where you would put a tampon, sorry for the details!)

I asked the midwife she said it’s normal as it’s the uterus stretching. It’s been happening since week 14 more or less.

I googled it and found that it’s called lightning crotch but it should only happen in the 3rd trimester so I’m a bit confused..

Thank you in advance for your help ❤️

[Wishinandahopin]

Yes I’ve had it on and off since first trimester. I think it is lightning crotch- more common in third but can happen in any trimester. I searched on mumsnet when I was worried and saw loads and loads of people with the same - so that softened my worry a little!

[Me_and_Sparkle in reply to Wishinandahopin]

Thank you so Much that makes me feel better! X

[Kitkat10]

yes I had that, also in second trimester and it seems really common. Not entirely sure what causes it but then it went away and I forgot about it until I read your post 😂

Yes totally normal xx

[Me_and_Sparkle]

thank you kitkat! I appreciate the response x