Almost every woman who has ever been pregnant knows well what toxicosis is during pregnancy. In some of them, he passed very easily, while others painfully waited for the first weeks of pregnancy in anticipation of the disappearance of nausea. This problem causes a lot of inconvenience to modern active women who, even during pregnancy, try to live life to the fullest.
Toxicosis is not a mandatory attribute of pregnancy at all, this condition is a side effect of the process of adaptation of the mother's body to existence in symbiosis with the fetus. The most unpleasant and common manifestation of toxicosis is morning sickness. Her first attacks usually begin already at 6-7 weeks of pregnancy and usually end by the onset of the 12th week, but if the expectant mother is pregnant with twins, then nausea may linger for a couple of weeks. Not always nausea happens only in the morning, sometimes it can last all day or occur in the late afternoon.
Causes of Toxicosis
Up to now, modern science cannot yet say exactly why toxicosis occurs during pregnancy. It is believed that this condition is caused by hormonal changes in the woman’s body, because at this time the expectant mother is experiencing real “hormonal storms”. A concomitant factor is an incorrect lifestyle before pregnancy, the presence of diseases of the genital area, as well as endocrine and neurological disorders.
Often, toxicosis during pregnancy is aggravated by the psychological state of the expectant mother, because for her the “era of change” turns into constant stress. According to scientists, the desired pregnancy is much less likely to cause nausea than unplanned, and with chronic lack of sleep and overwork, toxicosis is almost guaranteed.
Manifestations
Although nausea is the most common manifestation, toxicosis during pregnancy often takes the form of disturbances in perception of taste and especially of odor. Beloved perfumes suddenly begin to seem unbearably nasty and stuffy, they simply turn back from the smell of food, and toothpaste cannot even be taken into the mouth - all this can be manifestations of toxicosis. Sometimes even your favorite dishes cease to please, and the appetite completely disappears. In especially severe cases, a pregnant woman may experience olfactory hallucinations. Any signs of toxicosis and their severity depend on the severity of the woman's condition and her general health.
Treatment
As a rule, toxicosis during pregnancy, the treatment of which may depend on the individual characteristics of a particular woman, goes away independently after the 12th week, but it also happens that the mother’s ailments are so strong that she needs special medical help. To alleviate the condition of the future mother and to prevent toxicosis, it is recommended to normalize the diet in advance and try to exclude all foods that have a pungent or too bright smell. You can also try to stop the toxicosis during pregnancy by taking long walks in the fresh air, but since many pregnant women continue to work in an interesting position, this is not always realistic. Compliance with the regime of work and rest is extremely important, do not neglect the ventilation of the room.
Measures should be taken immediately, as the first signs of toxicosis will be noticeable. Some pregnant women benefit from ginger tea, others with lemon water, and others with peppermint candies. Throughout the day, it is advisable to eat fractionally, in small portions, but often. The future mother should think not only about satisfying her gastronomic needs, but also about the health of the future baby, so during pregnancy it is advisable not to experiment with the kitchen and eat the usual dishes.