What is the cause of low blood pressure in the first trimester of pregnancy?
When the pressure drops, it is disruptedblood circulation in the placenta, the baby's nutrition deteriorates, oxygen starvation begins. The mother's general health also deteriorates, which is noticeable even by her appearance. These symptoms cannot be ignored. And first of all, you need to figure out the reasons.
Low pressure during pregnancy - a frequent first-trimester satellitePhoto: GettyIt can identify the following reasons for lowering pressure in pregnant women:
- Fluctuations hormonal background. The functional decrease in pressure is due to the triggering of the mechanism inherent in nature, since the body has to form new networks of blood vessels, and too active blood flow in such a period is undesirable.
- Toxicosis.
- Serious diseases - gastric ulcer, allergic manifestations, insufficient functioning of the thyroid gland or adrenal glands.
- Effect of infection or virus.
In order for low blood pressure not to cause a pregnancy complication, you should immediately report your condition to a doctor who will assess the severity of the situation and give correct recommendations.
What if I have low blood pressure during pregnancy?
You can understand that your blood pressure has dropped below normal by the following signals from your body:
- a feeling of nausea and a permanent or abrupt weakness;
- drowsiness, even after a good night's rest;
- too fast fatigue;
- darkening of the eyes and dizziness;
- tingling sensation;
- fainting.
When there are such signs, you need to quicklystabilize performance using only safe means. These include sweetened black tea with lemon, fresh parsley, tomato juice, a small cup of coffee, a piece of chocolate. You need to avoid stress. If you feel bad - lie down, gain strength. When during pregnancy low blood pressure, what to do - should tell the doctor. Do not take any drugs yourself without his appointment, so as not to hurt yourself or the baby. If hypotension becomes a constant companion of pregnancy, you should reconsider the daily regimen and habits. First of all, adjust the food ration, planning a balanced and rich in vitamins nutrition, quality rest. Be sure to include in the daily schedule long walks.
