Headache during pregnancy - a fairly common and unpredictable phenomenon that accompanies the future mom usually either in the first three months of carrying a child, or in the later stages.
The cause of pain signalsIt becomes so to say "interesting position" of women, which results in a distinct change in the body, carrying for a variety of reasons for sickness. Therefore, these painful outbreaks are not a cause for serious concern.
But, we should not turn a deaf focus and frequent severe headaches, which may be indicative of serious violations in the women's body caused by the aggravation of a chronic disease, and in this case, you are strongly advised to consult specialist.
The main causes of headaches during pregnancy
- hormonal changes - pregnant natural state in a given period, as after fertilization female body begins produce more steroid hormones which lead vessels in tone and thereby cause cramps head.
- high and low pressureOften caused by reasons such as power failure, stress, weight gain, as well as excessive exercise. Such pressure surges are accompanied by nausea, fatigue, dizziness and headaches.
- starvation- a negative impact not only on the overall condition of the pregnant woman, but also on the development of the fetus.
- surrounding stimuliNamely flickering bright light or a concentrated sharp odor, which lead to headaches.
- low hemoglobin - an important factor, which is recommended to maintain a constant normal.
- an abrupt change in the weather It can also cause a severe headache.
- insomnia, shortness of breath, mood swings, stress - all of these factors lead to migraines.
- Drinking alcoholin dehydration and overexertion also cause outbreaks of migraine pain.
- cervical osteochondrosis, kidney failure, vision problems, inflammation of the mucous membranes of the sinuses, meningitis - headache symptoms characteristic of the second trimester of pregnancy, when the woman's body is already accustomed to working "for two". And these symptoms are the first bell, are worth paying attention, because they cause severe pain flare associated with blood circulation in the brain pregnant.
Headache in no way affect the development of the fetus, but fatigue and depression of pregnant women caused by migraine, may adversely affect the baby. In this case, you must send all the power to relieve headache, but do not forget that drugs are not desirable future mums. How can that be, if the list of drugs is limited?
How to get rid of a headache during pregnancy
Peace, quiet and fresh air - It is recommended to try to sleep and be sure to ventilate the area.
Massage of the back and neck, With an increased focus on the pain zone - massage with light circular movements.
Wash your hair with warm water, Dry and tie a scarf.
Use compress, a cloth soaked in cold waterWhich is applied to the head (practikuetsya zamatyvanie to compress pieces of ice).
Medicinal herbal tea of mint, chamomile, lemon balm, rose hips and so on. Such teas soothe and relieve pain.
Sweet black tea It increases the pressure, quenches hunger and relieves nausea and headache.
If headache can not tolerate, check with your doctor - it will help deal with the problem and suggest the drugs, if necessaryWhich sometimes can be taken, without causing harm to the child.
Pregnancy - is a condition in which the headache is one of the side effects this period is often caused as a result of natural hormonal changes in women body.
In order to headaches you not worried - more walk in the fresh air, relax, eat on time and in moderation, do not be nervous, drink plenty of fluids, and most importantly, take care of yourself and your baby!
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