Pregnant dyspepsia: causes, symptoms and treatment

Pregnant dyspepsia is a common digestive disorder. Many women face it during the period of bearing the fetus. Pathology is accompanied by many symptoms. Dyspepsia in expectant mothers can have both physiological and pathological nature. A woman should know how to get rid of this condition, and also consult a doctor in a timely manner to avoid the serious consequences of the disease.

The main reasons for the development of violations

Dyspepsia in pregnant women can occur at any period of gestation. Such a disorder is a common sign of toxicosis. There are two groups of causes that provoke pathology. The physiological factors include the following:

1. Hormone imbalance.
2. Increasing the concentration of hydrochloric acid.
3. An increase in the amount of gastric juice.
4. Acceleration of metabolic processes.
5. Increased uterine pressure on the digestive system (stomach, liver, gall bladder, intestines).
6. A sedentary lifestyle (especially in the later stages of bearing a child).
7. The presence of several fruits.
8. The embryo is large.

The pathological causes of dyspepsia in pregnant women are explained by various diseases.

These include:

1. Acute ailments of the digestive tract.
2. Digestive system defects.
3. Malignant neoplasms.
4. Pathology of the liver and ducts of the gallbladder.
5. Toxicosis.
6. Chronic diseases of the digestive system.
7. Diabetes.
8. Severe allergies.
9. Infectious pathology of the digestive tract.

Other reasons

In addition, dyspepsia can develop as a result of the influence of the following factors:

1. The presence of depression.
2. Imbalance of intestinal microflora, for example, due to prolonged use of antibiotics.
3. Incorrect use of medications that adversely affect the stomach (for example, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
4. Intoxication.
5. Harmful working conditions.
6. Bad environmental situation.
7. Bad habits (alcohol abuse, smoking).
8. Lack of vitamins.
9. Psychological overload.
10. Genetic predisposition.

Manifestations

What is pregnant dyspepsia? What is it? Symptoms characteristic of this disease include:

1. Unpleasant sensations in the peritoneum.
2. Heartburn.This phenomenon occurs, as a rule, for a period of thirty weeks or more. However, in some cases, it is observed at the very beginning of pregnancy. Burning in the chest area occurs due to the reflux of gastric juice into the esophagus. Heartburn does not disappear for a long time if the woman is in a horizontal position. Typically, this symptom appears after eating fatty, fried and sour foods.
3. Feeling nauseous.
4. Increased gas formation in the intestine, which is accompanied by colic, abdominal boiling.
5. Chest discomfort.
6. Attacks of vomiting (a sign of dyspepsia in pregnant women, which usually disappears by the fourth month of gestation). In case of violations of the gastrointestinal tract, this symptom accompanies the expectant mother until the time of delivery.
7. A feeling of fullness of the stomach, even after eating a small amount of food.
8. Frequent bouts of belching, which is accompanied by cramping in the abdomen.
9. Disorders of the intestines (constipation or loose stools).
10. Sensation of fatigue, increased fatigue, pain in the head.

When do these symptoms begin to appear?

These symptoms usually do not bother the expectant mother during the entire period of gestation. They occur either at the beginning of pregnancy, or in later stages. As a rule, if a woman did not suffer from this ailment before conception, after delivery, the symptoms of the pathology disappear.

Negative effects

Dyspepsia during pregnancy, like any other disease, negatively affects the unborn baby.

Therefore, a woman needs to carefully monitor her health at all stages of gestation. In the absence of adequate therapy, various complications may occur, for example:

1. Significant weight loss.
2. Loss of appetite.
3. Dehydration.
4. Blood outflow from the stomach.
5. Hypotrophy of the embryo.
6. Violations of the growth and development of the fetus.
7. Intoxication of mother and unborn child.
8. Premature delivery.

The cause of dyspepsia in pregnant women may be a chronic pathology of the digestive system. In this case, during the period of gestation, the underlying disease progresses. To get rid of unpleasant symptoms, a woman needs to see a specialist.

Necessary examinations

If there is a suspicion of dyspepsia, the pregnant patient is recommended to undergo a diagnosis, which includes:

1. Inspection, palpation of the abdominal organs, a survey of the expectant mother about her condition.
2. Analyzes of biological material (blood, feces).
3. FGDS, colonoscopy.
4. Determination of the level of acidity of the stomach.
5. Biopsy.
6. Ultrasound examination of the abdominal organs.
7. Analysis for the presence of Helicobacter.

Therapies

There are many drugs that can save a future mother from digestive disorders.

With dyspepsia of pregnant women, the treatment consists in the use of the following medicines:

1. Antacids. These are drugs that help reduce the acidity of gastric juice.
2. Simethicones (for example, Espumisan).
3. Antispasmodics (Duspatalin, Papaverine, Riabal).
4. "Maalox", "Almagel Neo".
5. Domperidone
6. Pantoprazole, Omeprazole.
7. "Famotidine", "Ranitidine."
8. Means that reduce the production of hydrochloric acid.
9. Drugs that have a laxative effect ("Lactulose", "Normase", "Dufalac", glycerin, kelp).
10. Hilak Forte, Linex.
11. Means for improving liver function (hepatoprotectors).
12. Cholagogue.
13. Sorbents (Polysorb, Enterosgel).

Drugs should be taken only after consulting a specialist. In addition, in the event of dyspepsia, pregnant women must follow a clear diet.

It is necessary to adhere to the correct diet, not to neglect moderate physical activity.

Preventive actions

Every expectant mother must register with a gynecologist no later than twelve weeks, regularly come to the doctor. In case of health problems, additional examinations are prescribed to the woman. If dyspepsia occurs during pregnancy, treatment should be started as soon as possible in order to avoid the development of complications that are dangerous for both the mother and the embryo. How to prevent dangerous symptoms?

It is necessary to remember the following preventive measures:

1. Do not wear too tight clothing.
2. It is necessary to take time of moderate physical activity (thirty minutes after eating). To maintain good health, yoga is recommended. In addition, experts advise expectant mothers regular walks in the fresh air.
3. Avoid psychological stress.
4. Try to adhere to a fractional diet (up to five times a day, in small volumes). You should include vegetables, fruits, lactic acid products, cereal foods in the diet.
5. Refuse from fast food, semi-finished foods, spicy, smoked, fatty, pickled, fried foods, chocolate and pastries, tomatoes, too hot food and drinks, coffee and cocoa. Limit beans, peas, cabbage and other types of food that enhance the intestinal fermentation process.
6. Exclude alcohol-containing products, smoking.
7. Keep your head above body level during sleep.
8. Timely contact a medical institution in case of health problems.
9. In the presence of chronic pathologies, undergo endoscopic examination with a biopsy at least once a year.
10. A sufficient amount of liquid must be consumed to prevent dehydration.
11. Take vitamin supplements to improve the functioning of the immune system.
12. Do not eat before going to bed. At night, food is not digested normally, and this leads to a deterioration in well-being.
13. Try not to use medications that can negatively affect the work of the stomach and intestines.
14. To prevent heartburn attacks, you should avoid frequent bends during the day.