Today we will talk about some diseases that occur during pregnancy and their Treatment...
with no major Problem.
However, Even if you are having a healthy Pregnancy you may still have some problems. For some women, these are inconvenience while for other they can be more severe.
you will probably be able to manage many of these yourself. They should get better on their own or with Help from your midwife, or Pharmacist. Every women woman's experience is different.
When to get Medical help.........
1 Have you Bleeding from you Vagina.
2 Have discharge from from your vagina such as watery, clear or colored discharge.
3 Have constant pain in the upper part of your abdomen.
5 Think You are noticed changes in your baby's movements.
These could be a sign of serious health issues for you and your baby
Backache
This can give you backache, which can get worse as your Pregnancy progress.
Managing Backaches
If you have backache
1 Do Some gentle exercises.
2 Take care when your lifting.
3 wear flat shoes or with a low heel.
4 Try sitting and standing with your back straight.
5 Bend your knees when lifting lighter things else to lift heavy things for you.
Morning sickness....
Around 4 in 5 women feel sick at some point in their pregnancy.
Usually Morning sickness.
1 starts between the 4th and 17th week.
2 is at worst around week 9.
3 stops by the 20th week.
Managing morning sickness....
you can get antacids from your pharmacist.
Severe Morning sickness....
About 3 in 100 women get severe morning sickness.
It can happen for different reasons.
1 Sensitivity to changes in Hormones.
2 Having a multiple pregnancy.
Constipation
Constipation happens when your bowels don't move normally.
Your stool may be hard, lumpy, and unusually large or small. It can be painful or painful at times.
Changes in your hormones can cause constipation.
Management of constipation
You can prevent it or reduce symptoms by:
1 Eat foods high in fiber, such as vegetables, fruits, beans, and whole-grain bread.
2 Drink at least 2 liters of water a day
3 Stay active, take a daily walk or swim
4 Talking to your midwife, pharmacist or GP if these things don't work.
Constipation medications are available and safe during pregnancy that can help.
Cystitis
Cystitis is an inflammation of your bladder. This is usually caused by an infection.
1 Burning sensation when you urinate.
2 Feeling like you need to urinate all the time.
As your uterus grows, it puts pressure on your bladder and kidneys, making it harder to empty your bladder completely. This can lead to urinary tract infections, which can be more common when you're pregnant.
If you're feeling unwell, don't wait to see if it becomes an infection, go to your GP.
Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation around the middle of your upper chest.
This is caused by stomach acid building up in a tube that goes into your mouth.
You are more likely to get heartburn after pregnancy because your baby is pressing on your belly.
Management of heartburn
To reduce the symptoms of heartburn, try:
1 Eat little, often and slowly
2 Take antacids for heartburn, but talk to your midwife or pharmacist for advice before taking anything.
3 Drinking strong tea or coffee, or pure fruit juice
Eat spicy and fatty foods.
Piles
Piles or hemorrhoids are swollen inside or around your anus (back passage).
If the blood vessels inside the swelling are large, they can cause:
1 Itching
2 A burning sensation
3 Bleeding when you go to the toilet
These are common in later pregnancy and may be worse if you are constipated.
Management of piles
Laxatives, ointments and medicines can reduce discomfort, pain and bleeding.
Your midwife, pharmacist or GP can tell you how to prevent and treat piles.
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Pelvic back pain occurs when the muscles, ligaments and tendons in the front of your pelvis become stretched. This can cause a lot of pain in your back and back.
About 1 in 5 pregnant women experience lower back pain.
Contact your local Obstetric Physiotherapist for advice.
Swelling
Swelling occurs when your body holds more fluid than usual. This is called edema.
Swelling can be caused by:
1 Be restless and interfere with daily life.
2 Affect different parts of your body in different ways.
3 Legs are swollen and painful when you're pregnant, but this could be a sign of deep vein thrombosis.
4 Very swollen ankles, fingers, hands or face can be a sign of pre-eclampsia - contact your midwife or GP straight away if this happens.
It's normal to have some swelling, especially after your pregnancy. This is usually temporary and goes away after your baby is born. It's normal for women to feel swelling in their ankles and toes, but if your face is also swollen, tell your midwife, GP or hospital.
Manage swelling in your feet.
If your feet swell, you may need larger shoes. Choose supportive shoes with:
1 A low or flat heel
2 Sock absorption
3 Tying them to keep them firmly on their feet
Managing swelling in your ankles
The swelling in your ankle gets worse as the day goes on.
Your midwife will advise you to rest your feet on a chair, sofa.
Managing swelling in your wrists
Swelling in your wrists can cause pain or tingling in your fingers called carpal tunnel syndrome.
Your midwife may prescribe hand exercises or a splint, or you may need steroid injections.
Varicose veins
Varicose veins are abnormally large blood vessels under the skin that stick out more than usual.
Varicose veins:
1 You usually have growths in your legs, but you can also get them in your vaginal opening.
2 May be painful and sometimes itchy
Always tell your midwife or GP if you notice a hot, red or painful spot on your legs or vulva.
Management of varicose veins
To reduce pain:
1 Wear support tights.
2 Try to rest with your feet up when you can.
3 Do not stand for long periods of time
Special exercises can also help. Ask your midwife, antenatal teacher or obstetrician what to do.
Anaemia
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Anemia occurs when your body does not have enough red blood cells and the hemoglobin in each red blood cell is less than normal. This means that the amount of oxygen in your blood will decrease.
You may be anemic if:
1 You are sick
2 You are not eating healthy
3 You have a serious illness.
4 There is extra stress on your body, such as having twins.
Management of anemia
The most common treatment for anemia is to increase the amount of iron in your body.
Your midwife:
1 You will be advised about foods as well as iron and vitamin supplements.
2 May also arrange for you to see an obstetrician for further investigation and treatment.
Some women may be more prone to bleeding problems. In this case you may be told to take iron tablets even if your blood test is normal.
Being Overweight
If you are overweight or obese when you get pregnant, you and your baby are at higher risk of complications during pregnancy and birth.
Risks for you may include:
1 High blood pressure
2 Diabetes
3 Abortion
Maternal obesity risks to your baby include:
1 Early birth
2 Stillbirth
3 Congenital abnormality
4 Obesity of the future
Obese women are more likely to have labor and assisted births.
Managing your weight
Your caloric needs in pregnancy only increase in the third trimester, when you need about 200 calories per day.
Gaining or losing too much weight during pregnancy has risks for you and your baby. You are advised to maintain your body weight and follow a balanced diet as usual.
You should not go on a weight loss diet during pregnancy. Talk to your midwife for advice.
Medicines in pregnancy
While some medications are safe to take while you are pregnant, others may be harmful to your developing baby.
Therefore, it would be better for the health of the mother and baby to consult your doctor before taking any kind of treatment.
