What to do if you have stomach pain and diarrhea during pregnancy

It is common for pregnant women to experience stomach pain and diarrhea during pregnancy. For example, improper diet and stomach upset may cause such phenomenon. In addition, it is also related to pregnancy. For example, the uterus presses on the stomach, which often leads to acid reflux and stomach pain. Pregnant women should pay attention to their diet and eat some stomach-nourishing foods when stomach pain occurs.

1. Causes of stomach pain in pregnant women

1. Sphincter relaxation

It is caused by the reflux of gastric acid. The sphincter is between the esophagus and the stomach, helping food reach the stomach smoothly and preventing food from returning to the stomach. However, due to hormonal changes in pregnant women, the sphincter is no longer tight and cannot perform its function well. When food comes back up, the acidic substances in the stomach will also go back up into the esophagus, throat, and mouth along with the food. The acidic substances are very irritating and can irritate the mucous membrane and cause stomach pain.

2. The uterus presses on the stomach

In the later stages, the uterus gradually increases in size and compresses the body's organs, especially the stomach, causing them to produce a large amount of gastric acid, which rises and causes a burning sensation in the chest.

3. Hormone stimulation

After successful conception, when a woman's blood HCG rises rapidly, it will irritate the stomach and cause vomiting.

4. Pregnant women’s stomach problems have not been cured

If a pregnant woman has stomach problems before pregnancy and does not pay attention to her diet during pregnancy, it will also cause stomach pain. If you cannot tell whether the stomach pain occurred before or during pregnancy, it is best to see a doctor as soon as possible to prevent the condition from getting worse. Vomiting during pregnancy is normal, but if the vomiting is severe or even causes acidosis, you should go to the hospital to see a doctor immediately.

2. What should pregnant women do if they have stomach pain and diarrhea?

Pregnant women should pay attention to diarrhea problems, because severe diarrhea may trigger uterine contractions and lead to miscarriage. Moreover, diarrhea will affect the absorption of nutrients by pregnant women. Therefore, if pregnant women experience severe diarrhea, they should seek medical attention promptly and take active measures for treatment. In addition, pregnant women should not eat indigestible, greasy, raw, cold and spicy food during stomach pain and diarrhea. It is best to eat porridge, eat a light diet, drink plenty of water, and replenish adequate water.

The usual way to treat diarrhea caused by stomach pain in pregnant women is to give them appropriate fluid replacement to replenish the water and electrolytes lost in their bodies due to diarrhea, especially potassium ions, and to replenish the calories lost due to diarrhea. At the same time, closely observe the fetal condition, whether there are signs of premature birth or miscarriage, and follow the doctor's instructions for appropriate drug treatment.

Pregnant women should be cautious when taking medications for stomach pain and diarrhea, and antibiotics should be used with caution. Many commonly used antibiotics and antiprotozoal drugs, in addition to having adverse reactions, have potential teratogenic effects and are best not to be used during pregnancy. Some microecological preparations, such as Lizhu Changle, Zhengchangsheng, Jinshuangqi, etc., can regulate intestinal flora, strengthen the body and suppress evil, and can be used. Smecta has a multi-layer structure, a large adsorption surface, and is not absorbed by the mother's body. It is relatively safe for both mother and baby. It not only absorbs water, but also absorbs some pathogenic bacteria. It has the dual effects of antidiarrhea and antibacterial, and can also be used.

This article introduces in detail the specific causes of diarrhea and stomach pain in pregnant women, and also introduces some measures that need to be taken by pregnant women with diarrhea and stomach pain. As a pregnant woman, if you have diarrhea or stomach pain, it is best to actively follow the contents of this article for conditioning and treatment, otherwise big problems may arise.