where would you feel abdominal discomfort in early pregnancy
Possible Causes of a Sharp Pain During Pregnancy. One of the most common sharp pains that women report is a stabbing pain in and around the uterus, abdomen or groin area. While this can be uncomfortable, in many cases it can be explained by normal changes that occur during pregnancy. Some common causes include: 1  Crampingâ You may experience sharp pain due to the cramping that occurs from the uterus expanding. 2  Gas and Bloating. 3  Constipation.  Round Ligament Painâ Round ligament pain can occur during second trimester and can cause a sharp pain in the abdomen on either or both sides.