WHY DOES MORNING SICKNESS COME ON IN PREGNANCY?
Morning sickness affects around a quarter of pregnant women - and it does not necessarily only occur in the morning. In this article, you will learn about the causes of morning sickness, how long it lasts and what you can do about it.
When does morning sickness occur?
Since every pregnancy is different, it is not possible to say in general terms if and when nausea will start. Nausea usually occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy, but in rare cases it may continue throughout the pregnancy. Because nausea often occurs so early in pregnancy, you may notice it even before your first pregnancy test.
What are the possible causes of nausea in pregnancy?
Experts do not really agree on this, as there are too many changes associated with the growing baby. What is certain is that there are several possible causes of morning sickness. These include. :
- Stress
- Newly developed sensitivities to smell or taste
- Zinc or vitamin B6 deficiency
- Lowered muscle tone at the entrance to the stomach
- Hormonal changes due to increased levels of oestrogen and the pregnancy hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin)
- The increase in hCG is also the cause of other pregnancy-related symptoms such as related symptoms such as severe tiredness and nausea. Symptoms of pregnancy such as extreme tiredness or changes in the sense of smell
Of course, psychological and genetic factors can also play a role in whether you experience nausea during pregnancy. Certain infections, such as Helicobacter pylori, can also increase nausea and vomiting. Finally, complications from previous pregnancies, older age or multiple pregnancies can also be risk factors.
Is morning sickness dangerous?
In general, morning sickness is harmless - it has neither a positive nor a negative effect on the baby's health. The amniotic fluid provides nutrients. However, dehydration, electrolyte deficiencies and acid-base imbalances caused by vomiting should be replenished.
However, there are more severe forms of morning sickness. If you vomit five or more times a day and have difficulty keeping food down, this is called hyperemesis gravidarum. This happens in about 0.5-3% of pregnant women. Special medical treatment is needed to compensate for the loss of fluids, calories and nutrients.
What can be done about morning sickness?
Morning sickness is as individual as pregnancy itself. So there are no one-size-fits-all tips for overcoming it. Sometimes it helps to drink plenty of fluids and eat smaller meals that are not too spicy or greasy.
If one of the causes of morning sickness is a drop in blood sugar, there are also remedies that can be used to bring it back into balance.
In addition to home remedies, many pregnant women turn to acupuncture or homeopathy. Vitamin B6 supplements or ginger capsules are other ways to combat nausea. Our Ginger 500 mg also contains the important vitamins B1, B2 and B6.
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