Causes of shortness of breath in pregnant women

Many pregnant women experience shortness of breath after becoming pregnant. The most feared sign of shortness of breath is heart problems. If it is not a heart problem, it is not a big problem. It is recommended to have an electrocardiogram for examination. It may also be that as the baby grows bigger in the belly, the pregnant woman may experience shortness of breath. Pregnant women should maintain a good mood during pregnancy, as a good mood is very beneficial for them. These are the reasons why pregnant women may experience shortness of breath. Here are some simple introductions.

If a pregnant woman feels a little short of breath, she can try the following methods.

Change your posture immediately to reduce pressure on your chest.

Move slowly. A faster heart rate will cause your breathing to become more rapid.

Find a position that allows you to breathe easily. Generally speaking, it is easier to breathe with your torso stretched out than to curl up in a ball. For example, when you stop your body and open your shoulders, the volume of your chest cavity will expand, which is much more comfortable than lying down. Sleeping on your left side can reduce the pressure on your lungs and heart and is more comfortable than other positions.

Relieve shortness of breath by regulating your breathing method. The specific method is to stand up, take a deep breath, and stretch out and raise your arms at the same time. Then exhale slowly while bringing your arms to your sides. To allow more air to enter your lungs, place your palms on your ribs and feel how they expand when you breathe. When you take a deep breath, try to let your ribs push your palms outwards. Later, when the uterus is pressed against the lungs, you can rely on chest expansion to help your breathing.

Practice birthing breathing. When breathing, keep your whole body relaxed and try to prolong the process of inhaling and exhaling to ensure that you inhale the most air and exhale the most carbon dioxide. This can not only reduce the condition of shortness of breath, but also prepare for oral delivery.

In addition, if the weather is hot and stuffy or the air is not circulating, it can also cause breathing difficulties. Pregnant women should avoid going to crowded public places, especially closed places, and go outdoors more often to breathe fresh air. If shortness of breath only occurs occasionally, pregnant women should not be nervous. They can try to adjust their breathing method, which will generally get better soon. If the phenomenon is serious and is accompanied by chest pain, rapid heartbeat, and occurs frequently, you should seek medical attention immediately.

This is the relevant knowledge about shortness of breath in pregnant women. I hope it can be helpful to everyone. Many things will happen to pregnant women, and each person’s condition is different, so I still recommend that you take your daughter to the hospital for a detailed examination when a problem occurs, and prescribe the right medicine after a thorough examination. Be sure to try your best to accommodate the pregnant woman and keep her in a good mood. These are all good for her. I wish every family a happy life.