Mouth soreness in late pregnancy

There are many factors that cause sour mouth in the late pregnancy. It may be due to acid reflux or gastrointestinal disease. Therefore, if sour mouth occurs in the late pregnancy, the patient should check the health of the gastrointestinal tract and drink more water to neutralize the secretion of stomach acid. As for the cause of sour mouth in the late pregnancy, everyone should pay attention to their diet and eat more alkaline foods.

1. Pregnant women’s sour mouth may be caused by early pregnancy reactions

Generally speaking, acid reflux in pregnant women is a kind of early pregnancy reaction. However, the situation varies from person to person. Some people have severe reactions while others have mild reactions. In severe cases, pregnant women may experience vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, frequent urination, etc. Acid reflux in pregnant women is a natural reaction to pregnancy and does not require treatment. As long as you develop good living habits and do not overeat, the symptoms of sour mouth can be relieved.

2. Pregnant women may have acid reflux if their mouth is sour

"Fifty to six out of ten pregnant women suffer from reflux." This sentence refers to reflux, which refers to the backflow of gastric acid from the stomach into the esophagus (gastroesophageal reflux), causing symptoms such as heartburn and acid vomiting. This is mainly due to the relaxation of pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter, the main mechanism that blocks gastric acid reflux into the esophagus. The reason for the relaxation of pressure is the endocrine changes after pregnancy - the increase in the levels of progesterone and estrogen in the blood. Acid reflux in pregnant women is related to the increased levels of progesterone and estrogen in the body after pregnancy. If pregnant women adjust their lifestyle habits appropriately, such symptoms can be improved.

3. If a pregnant woman has a sour mouth, it may be due to gastrointestinal problems.

If a pregnant woman has a thick yellow tongue coating, bad breath, and sour mouth in recent times, it is considered to be caused by excess gastrointestinal moisture. It is recommended that pregnant women avoid cold and spicy foods in their daily diet. For patients with severe symptoms, TCM treatment is recommended. Taking Chinese medicine that strengthens the spleen and eliminates dampness or clears dampness and heat can effectively relieve the symptoms.

The above article has given a detailed explanation of why pregnant women have a sour mouth. I believe everyone should understand that the sour mouth of pregnant women can be adjusted through diet. It is recommended to eat a light diet and not eat spicy and irritating foods just because you are greedy. These are not good for pregnant women. You should also pay more attention to rest and avoid overwork.