Blurred vision during late pregnancy

Many pregnant friends have reported that in the late stages of pregnancy, their eyesight seems to become weaker, and they may even see things blurry. Pregnancy actually affects the quality of the liquid membrane, so it is normal for vision to be affected to a certain extent. If you are too worried, you can go to a regular hospital for a detailed examination.

Causes of sudden blurred vision in pregnant women

Many pregnant women will feel blurred vision from time to time and cannot see clearly, especially when crossing the road. Blurred vision is very dangerous. There are many reasons for blurred vision, such as visual fatigue, various eye diseases that affect vision, etc.

Pregnancy affects the quality and quantity of the tear film. In the late stages of pregnancy, about 80% of pregnant women have reduced tear secretion. The conjunctival goblet cells are affected by hormones during pregnancy and decrease, which can disrupt the uniform distribution of the tear film and make the eyelids more susceptible to inflammation.

If accompanied by symptoms such as decreased vision, edema, hypertension and proteinuria, it is very likely preeclampsia. Obstetricians and gynecologists recommend that pregnant women should go to the hospital for examination in time if they find themselves having visual abnormalities.

Massage methods for pregnant mothers to protect their eyes

1. The pregnant woman lies on her back with her eyes slightly closed and her whole body relaxed. The massager washes and rubs his hands to warm them up, and then uses the thumbs of both hands to gently rub the Tianying point 32 times in a clockwise direction, and then rubs the Tianying point 32 times in the opposite direction.

2. Pregnant women should use the index fingers of both hands to massage the Sibai points on both sides for 2 minutes, then use the thumbs of both hands to massage the temples on both sides 32 times in a clockwise direction, and then massage the temples 32 times in the opposite direction.

3. The pregnant woman should sit upright, close her eyes naturally, relax her whole body, and use the index fingers of both hands to start from above the eyes, and slowly move from the inner canthus (inner corner of the eye) to the end of the eye. Take a deep breath after each slide. Massage 32 times. Then use your thumb to gently lift and massage the end of the eye from the inside to the outside, repeat 64 times.

It is very dangerous if a pregnant woman suddenly feels blurred vision, especially when going up and down stairs, accidents are very likely to happen. Therefore, when problems occur with your eyes, you should go to the hospital for a detailed examination as soon as possible. If it is caused by a disease, the symptoms can be improved through treatment. If it is caused by excessive use of the eyes, appropriate massage should be performed.