Seek help for urgent symptoms

Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting or severe persistent abdominal pain need immediate medical attention. Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby also require immediate help. These can occur during pregnancy or after birth. [1] Do not wait to finish reading this guide if you are experiencing an emergency.

Other changes that need assessment

Reduced or changed baby movements, vaginal bleeding or suspected leaking fluid need prompt contact with your maternity care provider. [2] If you cannot reach the appropriate team, seek urgent in-person assessment. A list on a website cannot rule out a problem or cover every symptom.

Make your message clear

Tell the professional you are pregnant, how many weeks if known, what has changed and when it began. Explain if symptoms are worsening. If you recently gave birth, say when. Bring your records if readily available, but do not delay urgent care to collect paperwork.

Prepare before you need help

At a routine appointment, ask which service to contact urgently and where to go at night. Keep those details accessible to a trusted person. Discuss transport and practical support. Do not assume an unanswered message has reached a clinician.

Common questions

Can I use the appointment form for emergency advice?

No. It sends an appointment request and is not an emergency assessment service.

What if my symptom is not listed here?

Contact a qualified healthcare professional if you are worried. Absence from this short list does not prove a symptom is harmless.

What if I was checked but feel worse now?

Seek further assessment and explain what has changed. Earlier reassurance does not replace a new assessment of worsening symptoms.

Routine questions only

The links below are for non-urgent enquiries after immediate care needs have been addressed.

Discuss your questions in Hazro

[Request a consultation](https://gul-hospital.com/services/consultations/) and [read how appointments work](https://gul-hospital.com/health-library/requesting-an-appointment/). Confirm the fee, appointment and relevant service availability with the hospital before travelling.

[Ask about online consultation availability](https://wa.me/923154826828?text=Please%20confirm%20consultation%20availability%20and%20suitability%20for%20questions%20about%20Pregnancy%20warning%20signs%3A%20do%20not%20wait%20for%20a%20visit.). This is an enquiry, not a paid or confirmed video booking. Online discussion cannot replace an examination or emergency care. Do not send medical records through the appointment request.

General educational information only; your clinician should advise on your individual care.