38 weeks pregnant vulva swelling and pain

Although most women feel very happy during pregnancy, for many women pregnancy is a painful process. Vulvar swelling and pain is a symptom that troubles many pregnant women in the late pregnancy. However, pregnant women are often ashamed to talk about the problem of vulvar swelling and pain because they are afraid that others will think that the condition is caused by their lack of attention to genital hygiene. Therefore, it is very important to understand the causes of vulvar swelling and pain at 38 weeks of pregnancy.

Many pregnant women will experience swelling of the vagina in the later stages of pregnancy, which is really embarrassing and uncomfortable. They are too embarrassed to tell others for fear of being laughed at. So why does this phenomenon occur? How can we generally prevent this situation from happening? What should we pay attention to throughout the pregnancy? Today, let's take a brief look at the causes of genital swelling in late pregnancy.

First, let's take a look at what factors can cause vulvar swelling:

1. Varicose veins (a relatively common cause) Normally, in the late stages of pregnancy, the blood flow in the pelvis of most pregnant women will increase significantly. However, due to the compression of the inferior vena cava by the enlarged uterus, the pressure in the inferior vena cava will increase, blood return will be obstructed, and the venous wall will expand and twist, forming varicose veins, which will cause edema of the vulva or lower limbs. However, since there is generally no pain, many mothers may not be aware of this change in their bodies.

2. Candida infection However, if in addition to swelling of the vulva, pregnant mothers find that there are also symptoms such as itching, pain, and abnormal vaginal discharge, it is very likely that the inflammation is caused by Candida infection. At this time, pregnant mothers need to go to the hospital for testing and treatment in time.

How to reduce swelling:

1. If the mother feels obvious discomfort, she can lie on the bed and rest for a while. Generally, the swelling will disappear after delivery. In addition, you can clean it with potassium permanganate solution before going to bed every night, and then apply hot compress for about 10 minutes. You should pay attention to changing your underwear frequently and try to choose loose and breathable underwear.

2. If you still need to work in the later stages of pregnancy, it is best for pregnant mothers to apply for a reduction in workload or a transfer, especially to positions that require standing for long periods of time, such as service staff.

3. When sitting on a chair or sofa, do not cross your legs or cross your legs to avoid obstructing venous return and aggravating swelling. You can raise your legs a little when you sleep at night to avoid pressure on your vulva. If you choose to lie on your side, it is best to put a pillow between your legs to reduce the pressure on your vulva.