Common health related problems in pregnancy

• Backache
• Bleeding
• Bleeding gums
• Constipation
• Cramp
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Faintness
• Feeling hot
• Headaches
• High blood pressure
• Pre-eclampsia
• Urinary Incontinence
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Itching
• Leaking nipples
• Morning sickness
• Nausea
• Nosebleeds
• Urinating a lot
• Pelvic pain
• Piles (haemorrhoids)
• Skin and hair
• Sleeplessnes 
• Stretch marks
• Swollen ankles, feet, fingers Teeth and gums
• Tiredness
• Vaginal discharge
• Vaginal bleeding
• Varicose veins

Constipation in pregnancy - 
Woman may become constipated very early in pregnancy because of the hormonal
changes in her body.

Measures for avoid constipation -
There are a few things that can do to help prevent constipation. These include:
       - Eat foods that are high in fibre, such as wholemeal breads, wholegrain cereals,
          fruit and vegetables, and pulses such as beans and lentils.
       - Exercise regularly to keep muscles toned.
       - Drink plenty of water avoid iron supplements as they can make constipated.


Cramp in pregnancy - 
Cramp is a sudden, sharp pain, usually in calf muscles or feet. It is most common
at night. Nobody really knows what causes it, but there are some ideas about causes
of cramp and why it can happen in pregnancy.

Measures for avoid cramp - 
       - Regular, gentle exercise in pregnancy, particularly ankle and leg movements,
          will improve circulation and may help to prevent cramp occurring.
       - Try these foot exercises
       - Consult to midwife, GP or pharmacist before taking painkillers in pregnancy.


Feeling faint (sudden lose of consciousness) in pregnancy - 
Pregnant women often feel faint. This is because of the hormonal changes occurring
in body. Fainting happens if brain is not getting enough blood and therefore not
enough oxygen. 

Measures for avoid feeling faint -
       - Try to get up slowly after sitting or lying down if feel faint when standing still,
          find a seat quickly and the faintness should pass. It’s better not to lie flat on
          her back in later pregnancy or during labour. Woman can find out about
          treating faintness, including what to do to help someone who is about to faint.


Incontinence in pregnancy -
Incontinence is a common problem both during and after pregnancy. Sometimes
pregnant women are unable to prevent a sudden spurt of urine or a small leak
when they cough, laugh or sneeze, or when they move suddenly, or just get up
from a sitting position. This may be temporary, because the pelvic floor muscles 
(the muscles around the bladder) relax slightly to prepare for the baby's delivery.
Woman can help to prevent incontinence by doing pelvic floor exercises.
When to get help In many cases incontinence is curable.


Urinating a lot in pregnancy - 
Needing to urinate (pass water, or pee) often may start in early pregnancy.
Sometimes it continues throughout pregnancy. In later pregnancy it is the result
of the baby’s head pressing on your bladder. How to reduce the need to pass
urine If woman find that she need to get up in the night to pass urine, try cutting out
drinks in the late evening. But make sure woman drink plenty of non-alcoholic,
caffeine-free drinks during the day. If woman have any pain while passing water 
or pass any blood in urine, she may have a urine infection, which will need treatment.
Drink plenty of water to dilute urine and reduce pain. Don't take any medicines
without asking midwife, doctor or pharmacist whether they are safe in pregnancy.


Skin and hair changes in pregnancy - 
Hormonal changes taking place in pregnancy will make nipples and the area around
them go darker. Skin colour may also darken a little, either in patches or all over.
Some women develop a dark line down the middle of their stomach. These changes
will gradually disappear after the baby is born, although nipples may remain a little
darker. If woman sunbathe while she is pregnant, woman may find that she burn more
easily. Protect your skin with a high-factor sunscreen and don’t stay in the sun for 
a long time. Hair growth can also increase in pregnancy. After the baby is born,
it may seem as if woman is losing a lot of hair but she is simply losing the extra hair.



Varicose veins in pregnancy -
Varicose veins are veins that have become swollen.  The veins in the legs
are most commonly affected.  Woman can also get varicose veins in the
vulva (vaginal opening).

Measures for avoid varicose veins - 
       - Try to avoid standing for long periods of time.
       - Try not to sit with legs crossed.
       - Try not to put on too much weight as this increases the pressure.
       - Sit with legs up as often as woman can.
       - Try sleeping with legs higher than the rest of body – use pillows under ankles.
       - Do foot exercises and other antenatal exercises, such as walking and swimming,
          which will help to circulation.