New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- Pain and pregnancy seem to go hand-in-hand. Right from your lower back to your abdomen to your breasts, any part of your body can hurt while expecting. Another common symptom many women experience is vaginal pain during pregnancy. Hormonal changes or pressure from the growing uterus can all contribute to this pain. The causes usually vary according to the trimester. Feeling pain down there while expecting is generally normal, but sometimes it may bring bad news like a miscarriage. Whether your vagina hurts a lot or a little bit, make sure to consult a doctor instead of ignoring it.

What are the causes of vaginal pain during pregnancy?

"Vaginal pain during pregnancy is often a normal part of the process," says gynae...