Patient's question:
Hello, I just found out I'm four weeks and five days pregnant. My stomach has been uncomfortable for four days, but it suddenly stopped hurting starting yesterday. Is this normal? Now I feel different from before I was pregnant. Do I need to get a check-up?Doctor's answer:
In the early stages of pregnancy, due to the production of progesterone, the smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract become relaxed and the peristalsis becomes weak, making it easy for acidic stomach contents to reflux into the lower esophagus. Additionally, the prolonged gastric emptying time means that when food stays in the intestines for a longer period, it undergoes decomposition and fermentation under bacterial action, producing a large amount of gas and causing the pregnant woman to feel bloated.Generally, doctors recommend that patients with high-risk prenatal examination signs should maintain a balanced diet and avoid spicy, irritating, and cold foods. Additionally, patients should also pay attention to creating a comfortable environment, which is beneficial for rest. Wishing the patient a healthy delivery.