Patient's question:
Six months pregnant, I ate something unhygienic yesterday and have been vomiting and having diarrhea. I'm feeling much better now, but I don't know if it will affect the fetus.Doctor's answer:
Pregnant women experiencing diarrhea should not be taken lightly. If severe diarrhea occurs, there may be a risk of miscarriage or preterm labor. Frequent diarrhea can lead to insufficient nutrition supply to the fetus. Therefore, during this special period, pregnant women should pay attention to dietary hygiene for the health of the fetus. If diarrhea occurs, they must be cautious about medication and seek medical attention promptly if they feel uncomfortable. Once diarrhea occurs in pregnant women, fluid replacement is necessary to replenish the lost water and electrolytes due to diarrhea. The use of antibiotics requires extra caution, as many commonly used antibiotics and antiprotozoal drugs, apart from having adverse reactions, also carry potential teratogenic risks.