Treatment of low blood pressure in pregnant women

 

Treatment of hypotension in pregnant women

 

• Blood pressure 

During pregnancy, the doctor monitors the condition of the pregnant woman and her fetus at each visit , and one of the things you should pay attention to during these visits is the blood pressure rate , as many women notice that this rate is disturbed from month to month, sometimes it is low and sometimes you see it high, but often low, especially at the beginning and middle of pregnancy.

Hypotension in pregnant women is one of the most common problems they usually face, and this is due to the hormone progesterone, which is secreted in large quantities during pregnancy, which relieves pressure on the vascular wall, which leads to a decrease in pressure in the pregnant woman, but emphasizing that this decrease does not represent a great danger to the mother and fetus, as in the case of hypertension, which causes complications and a threat to the life of the mother and fetus.

• Symptoms of hypotension 

The normal pressure of a pregnant woman is 80 \ 120, and it has been agreed among doctors that if the average pressure is below 80, it is considered a drop in blood pressure, there are a lot of symptoms of hypotension , as soon as a pregnant woman feels it , she should see a doctor as soon as possible to control the situation and provide appropriate treatment, among these symptoms:

1. Constant feeling of fatigue, nausea, sometimes fainting. 
2. Feeling of blurred vision. 
3. Lack of concentration.
4. Stiffness in the muscles and joints of the neck, which leads to difficulty breathing. 
5. Feeling constantly thirsty. 
6. Constant feeling of depression.

• Causes of low pressure of a pregnant woman 

1. A significant decrease in the level of sugar in the blood. 
2. Malnutrition and lack of balanced meals. 
3. Stress and fatigue constantly. 
4. Having gestational diabetes. 
5. Dehydration of the body.

• Treatment of pregnant hypotension

1. Drink plenty of water and other liquids, whether cold such as: natural juices, water or hot such as: medicinal herbs, soups and others.
2. Be sure to eat healthy and balanced food, which contains all the nutrients the body needs, such as vitamins, mineral salts, proteins, as well as unsaturated fats and others, and dietary supplements should also be taken according to the prescription from the doctor in charge.
3. Sleep on the right side of the body, which increases blood flow to the heart muscle, thereby returning blood pressure to its normal level.
4. Sit down immediately in case of dizziness or fainting associated with low blood pressure.
5. Immediately see a doctor if necessary, and be sure to take the medications he prescribes.
6. Sit in a well-ventilated place, away from the scorching heat of the sun, especially in summer.
7. Stay away from stress and fatigue, take enough rest Daily.