Patient's question:
What antacids can be taken? There are no stomach diseases, just pregnancy-related, very painful every day, seeking help. What medicine can pregnant women take for stomach acid?Doctor's answer:
Nausea, heartburn, and indigestion are very common during pregnancy. These symptoms are caused by progesterone (also known as the pregnancy hormone), which relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter at the top of the stomach, allowing small amounts of stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus, sometimes mixed with partially digested food. Avoid spicy, greasy, fried foods, and other foods that may trigger symptoms. Sugar, tea, coffee, and certain food additives may also worsen your pregnancy-related acid and heartburn. Additionally, for patients with acid reflux, their dietary condition and care during treatment are also crucial. Patients must take digestive vitamins, prevent diarrhea, and maintain a light diet.