Question
During pregnancy, what will become the shape of bladder, urethra and uterus?
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During pregnancy, the shape and position of the bladder, urethra, and uterus undergo significant changes to accommodate the growing fetus.
1. **Uterus**: The uterus increases in size and changes from a small pear-shaped organ to a larger, more rounded shape as it expands to hold the developing baby. It begins to rise out of the pelvis and can be felt above the pubic bone as early as the second trimester.
2. **Bladder**: The bladder's shape also changes. Initially, it remains in a relatively lower position in the pelvis, but as the uterus enlarges, it exerts pressure on the bladder, causing it to become more compressed and possibly changing to a more oval or flattened shape as it holds urine.
3. **Urethra**: The urethra's shape does not change as dramatically as that of the uterus, but it may be slightly compressed due to the pressure from the enlarged uterus. This can lead to increased frequency of urination, especially in the later stages of pregnancy.
Overall, while these organs adapt to the physical changes during pregnancy, they work together to support the growing fetus and accommodate the physiological changes of the mother's body.
1. **Uterus**: The uterus increases in size and changes from a small pear-shaped organ to a larger, more rounded shape as it expands to hold the developing baby. It begins to rise out of the pelvis and can be felt above the pubic bone as early as the second trimester.
2. **Bladder**: The bladder's shape also changes. Initially, it remains in a relatively lower position in the pelvis, but as the uterus enlarges, it exerts pressure on the bladder, causing it to become more compressed and possibly changing to a more oval or flattened shape as it holds urine.
3. **Urethra**: The urethra's shape does not change as dramatically as that of the uterus, but it may be slightly compressed due to the pressure from the enlarged uterus. This can lead to increased frequency of urination, especially in the later stages of pregnancy.
Overall, while these organs adapt to the physical changes during pregnancy, they work together to support the growing fetus and accommodate the physiological changes of the mother's body.