What should pregnant women do if they experience flatulence?

　　The viewpoints of both Chinese and Western medicine answer various doubts about flatulence, helping mothers stay away from flatulence more effectively and welcome a good pregnancy!

　　point 1 reasons

　　Western medicine perspective - caused by hormonal changes constipate Flatulence

　　During pregnancy, due to hormonal changes in the body, the secretion of progesterone is also significantly active. Although this hormone can inhibit Uterus Muscle contraction to prevent miscarriage, but it also slows down the body's intestinal peristalsis； In the early stages of pregnancy, not only does it cause nausea, vomiting, and gastric acid reflux into the esophagus, but it also causes constipation, which in turn causes discomfort throughout the gastrointestinal tract.

　　After the second trimester of pregnancy, the gradually enlarging uterus will push the stomach upward and press against the rectum, causing excessive absorption of intestinal water and making defecation difficult. When constipation is severe, abdominal bloating will become more obvious.

　　Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective - Changes in Dietary Habits

　　The main cause of flatulence From the perspective of modern Chinese medicine, the phenomenon of flatulence in pregnant women during pregnancy may not be directly related to flatulence. fetus More likely, it is a change in eating habits. For example, taking a large amount of supplements during pregnancy may cause difficulty in digestion, or pregnant women may consume more gas-producing foods due to changes in taste. Since there are many reasons for flatulence, differential diagnosis by a doctor is the only way to find out the root cause.

　　Eat a regular diet and work schedule, and bye-bye any discomfort during pregnancy!

　　In fact, from the perspective of modern Chinese and Western medicine, many dietary and behavioral taboos during pregnancy are unnecessary. Basically, as long as you don't overwork yourself, get enough rest, and eat small meals frequently, pregnant women can still follow their normal lifestyle. If you are very concerned about the taboos during pregnancy, you may also wish to ask a doctor to make an individual diagnosis based on your personal constitution, so that you can smoothly get through the discomfort during pregnancy.

　　point 2 prevention

　　Things to avoid when you have bloating

　　1. Avoid drinking too much tea - the tannic acid in tea can hinder the absorption of iron. coffee Because it can also irritate the gastrointestinal tract, it is recommended to drink it after meals and between meals, and to replace raw tea with fermented cooked tea, and the concentration should not be too strong.

　　2. Avoid gas-producing foods such as beans, fried foods, soda, glutinous rice, and instant noodles.

　　3. Reduce the intake of sweets or refined foods - sweets are mostly acidic foods and are prone to hyperacidity.； Refined foods lack fiber and can easily aggravate constipation.

　　4. Avoid taking barley - barley has a diuretic effect. Unless there is special edema, it is not recommended to eat it during pregnancy.

　　5. Do not use laxatives by yourself - when constipation is severe, you can ask your doctor to prescribe some lubricating suppositories. Do not use laxatives by yourself to avoid uterine contractions, miscarriage or miscarriage. premature birth situation occurs.

　　You can do this when you have bloating!

　　1. Eat small and frequent meals to help the stomach digest faster.

　　2. Develop a daily bowel habit - eat more vegetables, fruits and high-fiber foods to promote gastrointestinal motility.

　　3. Appropriate exercise - muscle activity throughout the body or waist can promote intestinal peristalsis. Some simple gymnastics for pregnant women, or increasing and extending the time and frequency of each walk.

　　4. Take perilla drink - take an appropriate amount of perilla leaves and add water to boil. The amount and proportion are not limited. It can strengthen qi and strengthen the spleen and stomach. You can also use orange (fresh orange peel) instead of perilla.

　　5. Take moderate amounts of spicy food - spicy food such as ginger, scallions, and garlic can promote gastrointestinal motility and can also warm the body, so you can take it in moderation.

　　6. Replenish enough water - drink boiled water before breakfast, and consume at least 2,000c.c every day. of moisture. You can also add a little honey to the water to prevent the stool from drying out, but only a small amount is the principle.

　　7. Abdominal massage - Starting from the right lower abdomen, massage in a clockwise direction with gentle force, 10 to 20 circles each time, 2 to 3 times a day, which can help relieve abdominal distension.

　　8. Take stomach powder - when the flatulence is severe, you can take some commercially available stomach powder (please ask your doctor before taking it). As long as it is not taken for a long time or in large amounts, it will not have any impact on the fetus.

　　In the diagnosis and treatment of traditional Chinese medicine, there is a special term for abdominal distension during pregnancy called "Zixuan". However, because doctors in the past generations have different opinions on the interpretation of "Zixuan", the treatment methods are also completely different.