What to do if constipation is severe during pregnancy
During pregnancy, constipation can easily occur due to changes in hormone levels, uterine enlargement, and increased risk of constipation, causing discomfort and trouble to expectant mothers during pregnancy. If constipation is severe, it will not only cause belly discomfort and abdominal pain, but may also affect the baby\’s growth and development. Therefore, it is very important to know some suitable methods to relieve constipation.
Strengthen exercise and improve intestinal peristalsis
Exercise is one of the effective ways to relieve constipation. In addition to aerobic exercise, you can also try some light yoga and posture-maintaining exercises such as squats, balances, and bridges. These movements can activate intestinal peristalsis and promote excretion. In addition, standing and walking for a long time can effectively improve intestinal movement and increase the number of excretions.
Reasonably adjust eating habits
Diet is the key to relieving constipation. During pregnancy, you should develop the habit of eating more vegetables, fruits, and high fiber. Among them, the pectin and dietary fiber rich in fruits can increase intestinal peristalsis and the frequency of defecation. For pregnant women who often suffer from constipation during pregnancy, they can follow the principle of \”fruit is easy to defecate\” on an empty stomach in the morning and eat fruits containing trace elements, such as pears, apples, grapefruits, etc. In addition, pregnant women should drink more water, eat more whole grains and high-fiber foods, and reduce the intake of high-calorie foods such as animal fat and sugar.
Pay attention to the details of life
Improving the pace of life, improving work and rest, diet, emotional state and other details will have a certain effect on constipation. Don\’t drink too much water before bed, and avoid excessive amounts of coffee, tea, and other caffeinated beverages. In addition, pregnant women can use hot compresses on the abdomen and massage the abdomen to promote intestinal smooth muscle activity and accelerate the discharge of waste. In addition, pay attention to emotional regulation, reduce mental stress and anxiety, and fundamentally alleviate the problem of constipation.
Rational drug intervention
If some simple measures cannot relieve severe constipation, pregnant women can consider some reasonable pharmaceutical interventions. Safe and effective drugs can be used to improve constipation, such as lactulose, mannitol and alkyl glucosides, which are specially formulated for pregnant women and can effectively lubricate the intestines, increase intestinal peristalsis and promote defecation.
Summary
Generally speaking, to alleviate severe constipation during pregnancy, we must approach it from multiple angles and adopt a combination of measures to achieve better results. Pregnant women can exercise appropriately, eat properly, pay attention to the details of life, and maintain a good mental state. In severe cases, pregnant women can use safe and effective drugs in moderation under the guidance of a doctor. To sum up, severe constipation during pregnancy can be effectively relieved through correct treatment methods, and you can have a happy and comfortable pregnancy.
