Patient's question:
Now, I always feel like vomiting when thinking about food. Sometimes I don't want to eat, and at other times, I eat a lot.Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Hello, during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, as the fetus grows larger, the intra-abdominal pressure also increases. If the hiatal hernia widens, it can push the gastric fundus through the widened esophageal hiatus into the thoracic cavity, which is medically known as a "hiatal hernia."Advice: Since the upper opening of the stomach relaxes, stomach acid, gas, and food in the stomach can reflux into the esophagus or mouth. Stomach acid irritating the esophageal mucosa causes reflux esophagitis. The incidence rate in pregnant women is approximately 30%-50%. Symptoms may be more pronounced in the later stages of pregnancy. Therefore, it is recommended for expectant mothers to:
- Eat small, frequent meals and avoid foods that are too sweet, spicy, or sticky.
- Avoid lying flat in bed after meals or lying too low, and try to minimize bending to reduce stomach acid reflux.
- Maintain regular bowel movements.
If you experience symptoms of stomach acid reflux, try elevating your upper body by about 20°. If you have significant discomfort, seek medical attention promptly.