10 Kinds Of Problems Frequently Experienced By Pregnant Women

10 KINDS OF PROBLEMS FREQUENTLY EXPERIENCED BY PREGNANT WOMEN

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Every pregnant woman certainly wants to be able to live her pregnancy smoothly. Apart from needing to know the things that usually accompany the course of the pregnancy process, pregnant women also need to recognize some of the danger signs in pregnancy so they can immediately seek medical help. In the following, we will discuss 10 danger signs in pregnancy that we need to know.

1. Excessive nausea and vomiting (hyperemesis gravidarum)

Hyperemesis gravidarum is excessive nausea and vomiting during pregnancy so that it interferes with daily work and causes the general condition of the pregnant woman's body to deteriorate. Actually nausea and vomiting are common things experienced by pregnant women in the first trimester of pregnancy (the first 3 months of pregnancy), approximately 6 weeks after the last menstruation and generally occur for 10 weeks.

However, this nausea and vomiting will become a very disturbing problem if it occurs excessively, that is when it is too frequent and severe (can be completely unable to eat/drink) and lasts longer (sometimes even occurs for a full nine months). Constant nausea and vomiting will cause dehydration (lack of fluids) and a lack of mineral levels in the body because a lot of body fluids come out through vomit. In addition, hyperemesis can also cause liver damage and tearing of the mucous membranes of the esophagus and stomach (Mallory-Weiss syndrome), causing bleeding in the digestive tract. If not treated and receive adequate treatment, hyperemesis can lead to malnutrition and can harm the mother and the fetus she contains.

2. Less Blood (Anemia)

Anemia is characterized by weakness, fatigue, lethargy, pale, dizzy (sometimes dizzy) and often sick. Anemia or lack of blood is one of the main causes of maternal death. Pregnant women who are anemic cannot meet the needs of the mother's body and fetus for nutrients and oxygen carried in the blood, so that fetal growth is disrupted. At the time of delivery, women who suffer from anemia can go into shock due to large blood loss and even be at risk of death.

3. Pregnant women do not gain weight during pregnancy

Pregnant women are expected to experience a weight gain of at least 6 kg. This is an indication of fetal growth. The absence of expected weight gain indicates a poor nutritional condition in pregnant women and indicates stunted fetal growth.

4. Headaches, Impaired Vision, Seizures and/or Coma, High Blood Pressure

These symptoms can be a sign of preeclampsia. Usually occurs at 20 weeks of gestation (late 2nd trimester or 3rd trimester) although it can also be found earlier. Preeclampsia can be followed by eclampsia which can be fatal if not treated immediately.

5. Reduced or absent fetal movement

From the age of 5 months of pregnancy, mothers should monitor fetal movements. Fetal movement is expected to be felt by the mother 3 times every hour. If the mother feels less than that, shows the baby is not active, she should consult a midwife or doctor.

6. Maternal Diseases That Affect Pregnancy

Some mothers who have diseases such as diabetes (diabetes mellitus), heart disease, anemia, and other diseases that can affect pregnancy, should often control and consult a doctor. This is to minimize the bad consequences that can arise and endanger the lives of the mother and the fetus. In fact, it is recommended to prepare yourself when planning to get pregnant.

7. Premature rupture of membranes (PROM)

Premature rupture of membranes is the discharge of amniotic fluid from the vagina after 22 weeks of pregnancy. The amniotic fluid is declared to have ruptured earlier if it occurs before labor takes place. If pregnant women experience premature rupture of membranes, they should immediately go to the midwife or doctor, because these conditions can facilitate the occurrence of infection in the womb which can harm the mother and fetus.

8. Pregnancy is not progressing

Can occur due to ineffective / ineffective contractions, malposition (abnormal position of the vertex of the fetal head to the mother's pelvis), disproportion of the pelvic head (the size of the fetal head is too large so that it is difficult to pass through the mother's pelvis). This obstructed pregnancy can result in serious infections. weight after delivery and increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, as well as injury to the nervous system. Women with non-advanced pregnancies must be immediately referred to health/maternity service locations that have adequate facilities.

9. Bleeding

Bleeding can occur at any gestational age, and can be a sign of imminent danger. Bleeding in early pregnancy can be a sign of miscarriage. Bleeding at 4-9 months of gestation can indicate a low-lying placenta in the uterus and can block the birth canal. Bleeding at the end of pregnancy can be a sign that the placenta is detached from the uterus. Severe and continuous bleeding after giving birth can cause the mother to lack blood and is a sign of danger where the mother must immediately receive proper help from a midwife or doctor.

10. High fever

High fever can be caused by infection or other diseases. Pregnant women who have a high fever should immediately go to the doctor so that they can get the right treatment for the fever they are experiencing. A high fever that is not treated properly can increase the risk of preterm labor.