7 months and suddenly SO uncomfortable!!!

Dominique

I hit 7 months today (28 weeks) and suddenly I am more uncomfortable than I have been my entire pregnancy so far. I feel very bloated to the point where I'm afraid I may hurt myself if I move wrong or add anymore bloating to the situation. I feel like a full balloon that may pop at any second. I'm having trouble releasing pressure, as in using the bathroom or passing gas. I can in only small amounts, at times frequent but still small amounts. (I know TMI- sorry) I'm also having trouble catching my breath and/or breathing comfortably. My muscles feel stretched to the max, so breathing at times is tiring and hurts. I don't know what to do. My husband wants to get me something to help me release some of this pressure. What should I take? I'm really afraid I'm going to hurt myself. I'm also so uncomfortable. Is this all normal? What can I do? Any advice?