Patient's question:
I am 3 months pregnant and have recently been experiencing frequent bloating and more gas than usual. At first, I thought it was because the baby was growing, but later found out through a check-up that it's due to pregnancy-related gas.What kind of help do I need: What causes lower abdominal heaviness and gas during the early stages of pregnancy?
Doctor's answer:
In the early stages of pregnancy, some pregnant women may experience symptoms such as lower abdominal heaviness and discomfort, mild pain, and breast tenderness. This is related to the decline in hormone levels in the body after delivery. It is recommended that you do not become overly anxious, relax your mental state, maintain a cheerful mood, rest more in bed, avoid sexual activity, and attend prenatal check-ups on schedule. If vaginal bleeding or lower abdominal pain recurs, seek follow-up treatment promptly.