Many people experience allergies during pregnancy.expectant mothers. This phenomenon causes a lot of unpleasant sensations, so you should not delay treatment. What are the symptoms and consequences of this disease? How to treat it? More about this below.

What is an allergy? We understand the essence of the concept

So, before you find out what to do, it’s worthunderstand the essence of such a phenomenon as allergy during pregnancy. This disease occurs when certain substances or components called allergens enter the human body. And then the immune system recognizes these substances and begins to attack them, perceiving them as foreign and completely unnecessary. All sorts of symptoms arise, which, by the way, can spread to many systems and organs. Thus, a skin reaction may occur (for example, on the face or hands in the form of a rash and redness). In addition, the respiratory organs, eyes and even the digestive system are often affected. Allergens can be different substances. Thus, an allergy to pollen or even ordinary dust often manifests itself. Food products can also be allergens. It is worth noting that pregnancy often affects the course of allergies, but not always. For example, there is an opinion that hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy (it doesn’t matter in which trimester, but especially strong surges occur in the early stages, most often in the first trimester) can act as a kind of trigger, that is, provoke the occurrence of allergic reactions.

Symptoms of allergies: how to identify the disease

What are the symptoms of allergies?As already noted, allergies during pregnancy can affect various body systems. Thus, several forms are distinguished depending on the manifestations in a particular case: respiratory allergy, skin, food. This or that symptom of the disease depends on what exactly the allergen was and how it entered the body. For example, if a certain product was the cause, then diarrhea or vomiting will occur (but often in such cases a rash appears on the face, hands and other parts of the body), but if the influencing factor was air, or rather what it contains, then, most likely, respiratory symptoms will appear. So, let's list the main symptoms of allergies:

Skin reactions usually manifest as a rash,redness, severe itching and burning. If nothing is done, then on the site of lesions, crusts may appear, which later fall away and form the most real wounds. Redness can be very itchy, giving discomfort to a future mother.

Respiratory response often affects almostall the respiratory system. For example, a sign such as a runny nose may appear. Moreover, nasal congestion or increased mucus secretion and frequent sneezing may occur (this is often the case when reacting to pollen). Cough may also occur (which in some cases develops into allergic asthma).

The reaction of the digestive system is notrarity. So if suddenly suddenly there was vomiting, then do not immediately think about poisoning, it can be manifestations of an allergic reaction. In addition, there are also frequent symptoms such as diarrhea and pain in the stomach and intestines.

Another sign of allergy is swelling.For example, if a person is allergic to the bites of some insects, the bite site may swell and increase in size several times. Quincke's edema is extremely dangerous, as it can lead to suffocation if the necessary measures against allergies are not taken.

In the most severe case, it can manifest itselfanaphylactic shock, which occurs when the number of allergens is oversized. His symptoms are as follows: severe uncontrollable vomiting, difficulty breathing, convulsions, severe diarrhea, increased body temperature to extreme levels and even loss of consciousness. All this can lead to death!

Consequences of an allergy during pregnancy: what threatens?

The allergy itself is to the future babyhas practically no effect, because the fetus is reliably protected by the placenta, which acts as a shield and a filter. But this does not mean that you can do nothing and not take anti-allergy medications. The disease often causes a lot of unpleasant sensations, which is completely inappropriate in the early stages, when the body is rebuilding itself and experiencing heavy loads (and in the first trimester, toxicosis can also begin). If a severe rash appears on the face or somewhere else, the expectant mother itches, worries and gets nervous, and doing all this during the period of gestation is absolutely forbidden. In addition, for example, with a reaction to pollen, the nose can become stuffy, which will lead to a lack of oxygen. And oxygen starvation for the fetus in the early stages of development can be fatal, because at this time all organs are formed (although hypoxia is harmful at any stage). And finally, if a reaction occurs (especially a strong one), the doctor will prescribe anti-allergy medications. And during pregnancy, even an ointment can be dangerous. So some components of the drugs can penetrate to the fetus and have a direct negative effect on it. Therefore, allergies simply need to be treated, and in a timely and correct manner.

How to treat allergy during pregnancy: notes

What should be the treatment for allergies?pregnancy? It differs from measures against this disease in the normal state, since not all drugs are allowed during pregnancy, even if it is an ointment. To begin with, it is worth listing the main drugs and indicating whether they should be taken and in what cases exactly to do this.

• Suprastin. This drug is allowed in the second and third trimesters, but not always, but only in cases where the benefits for the expectant mother are substantially greater than the likely risk to the fetus. Most often, this drug is used in acute forms of allergy.
• Tavegil is not recommended for use, sinceDuring the trials it was revealed that the components of this remedy had a negative impact on the child's future. The use is permitted only in case of a threat to the life of a woman and the impossibility of using other means.
• Pipolphen is not worth taking in the period of gestation.
• Allertec can be taken if the benefit exceeds the potential risk.
• Claritin. There are no contraindications to the use of this drug, but the use will be reasonable when the benefits for the mother will be greater than the impact on the child.
• Fexadine can be used in case of obvious benefit.
• Diphenhydramine should not be taken, as this remedy can cause severe uterine contractions (resulting in premature births).
• Astemizole is very toxic, therefore it is forbidden to use during the period of bearing a child.
• Terfenadine can reduce the weight of the fetus, so pregnant women should not take it.
• Cetrin can be taken, but only under the constant supervision of a doctor and with great care.

If a person has a skin form of allergy (inin particular, such a sign as a rash), for example, on the hands or face, then local treatment can alleviate the condition. You can use some ointments. But not every ointment is allowed for use. For example, hormonal ointments are not recommended. Folk recipes based on herbs can also be used as anti-allergy remedies (succession, chamomile, sage, oak are often used). So, succession can be used in the form of a decoction. The recipe is as follows: 2 tablespoons of dried grass should be poured with a glass of boiling water and infused for half an hour. Then you can soak a piece of cloth in the decoction and apply to the affected area. Succession cannot be used internally during pregnancy, it is contraindicated in this form. If the rash is wet, then you can lubricate it with zinc ointment or treat it with a solution of potassium permanganate (potassium permanganate). If the skin has become dry, then you can treat it with oils (petroleum jelly). If the allergy manifests itself in the form of problems with the digestive system, then sorbent drugs that remove toxins from the body (Enterosgel or Enterofuril) can be prescribed, as well as symptomatic remedies against diarrhea and vomiting (Smecta). If an allergy to pollen or dust has arisen, which manifests itself in the form of a runny nose, then nasal drops on a plant basis can be used to soften the mucous membrane. It is not worth abusing vasoconstrictors, they affect the entire body and can lead to fetal hypoxia. Another important point of treatment is limiting contact with allergens. And all remedies must be prescribed by a doctor!

Prevention: how to avoid allergies

To avoid allergies taking you by surprise, you need to take the necessary preventive measures. They are listed below.

Proper nutrition. It is worth using only natural and quality products. But it is better to refuse potential allergens. These include: nuts, chocolate, strawberries, citrus fruits, seafood and so on. Of course, you do not need to limit yourself in everything, but it is better to try something little by little to follow the body's reaction.

It is important to lead a correct lifestyle: get enough sleep, spend more time in the fresh air and, of course, give up bad habits (passive smoking also has a negative impact on the health of the unborn child!).

The choice of hygiene products and cosmetics should be approached responsibly, as they, too, can trigger the occurrence of allergic reactions.

It is worth remembering that some tissues can cause allergies, so it is better to give preference to clothes and linen from natural hypoallergenic materials.

In conclusion, it can be added that allergies canbe dangerous for both the expectant mother and the fetus if the treatment is not timely and effective. But you cannot start taking any medications on your own, it can be dangerous! Any medications after examination should be prescribed by a doctor, who is obliged to monitor the treatment and the woman's condition.

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