1. What is edema in pregnant women
Pregnant women\’s edema refers to the phenomenon that during pregnancy, due to the increase in hormones and blood volume in the body of pregnant women, excess fluid in the body cannot be discharged in time, causing edema in local or systemic tissues of the body. Common symptoms include swelling of hands and feet, facial puffiness, and weight gain.
2. Dangers of edema in pregnant women
Although edema in pregnant women is usually a normal physiological phenomenon, you need to seek medical treatment in time if the following situations occur: 1. Local or systemic edema is too obvious, affecting daily life; 2. Edema of hands, feet or face is accompanied by headache, blurred vision, etc. Symptoms; 3. Increased blood pressure; 4. Decreased urine output, etc. These situations may indicate that pregnant women are suffering from pregnancy-induced hypertension syndrome, which requires prompt treatment to avoid adverse effects on the mother and fetus.
3. How to relieve edema in pregnant women
1. Appropriate exercise: Appropriate exercise can promote blood circulation and lymph flow, and help eliminate excess fluid from the body. But be careful not to exercise strenuously to avoid excessive fatigue and physical discomfort.
2. Dietary conditioning: Reducing salt intake can effectively relieve edema. In addition, eating more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C and potassium, such as citrus, celery, etc., can also help eliminate edema.
3. Comfortable wearing: Avoid wearing shoes that are too tight or too high to avoid affecting blood circulation and lymph flow.
4. Foot massage: Soaking your feet in warm water and performing foot massage every night can promote blood circulation and lymph flow and relieve foot edema.
4. Prevention of edema in pregnant women
1. Maintain appropriate weight gain: Weight gain during pregnancy should be within the range recommended by your doctor to avoid increased body burden caused by excessive obesity.
2. Maintain good posture: Avoid standing or sitting still for long periods of time. You can promote blood circulation and lymph flow by changing posture or performing appropriate exercises.
3. Regular check-ups: Pregnant women should have regular prenatal check-ups, and deal with complications during pregnancy in a timely manner to avoid adverse effects on the mother and fetus.
5. When do you need medical treatment
If pregnant women have obvious edema, are accompanied by other symptoms or have elevated blood pressure, they should seek medical treatment in time. Doctors will conduct appropriate examinations and treatments according to the situation to avoid adverse effects on the mother and fetus.
6. Summary
Pregnant women\’s edema is a common physiological phenomenon during pregnancy, but if it is excessively obvious or accompanied by other symptoms, you need to seek medical treatment in time. Edema can be relieved through appropriate exercise, diet, comfortable clothing, and foot massage. In addition, maintaining good posture and regular prenatal check-ups can also help prevent and manage pregnancy complications.
