Increased number of bowel movements in pregnancy

The increase in the number of stools after pregnancy may be a normal physiological phenomenon, but may also be caused by gastrointestinal diseases, need to clarify the cause of symptomatic treatment. Common causes and treatment 1, physiological factors: on the one hand, after pregnancy, the body of pregnant women progesterone exponential growth, rapid changes in hormone levels, resulting in water and sodium retention, which may cause edema of the intestinal mucosa and thus speed up gastrointestinal peristalsis, and therefore produce more stools. On the other hand, as pregnancy increases, the organs are squeezed and the rectum is compressed, which can also cause an increase in the number of bowel movements. This physiological increase in the number of stools does not require treatment, if not accompanied by other adverse symptoms, observation can be; 2, pathological factors: such as pregnant women consume irritating or unhealthy food, causing gastrointestinal reactions leading to enteritis, diarrhea may occur, causing an increase in the number of stools. This requires timely medical attention. The increase in intestinal peristalsis when pregnant women have diarrhea may stimulate the uterus causing contractions, which may easily cause premature delivery and must be taken seriously. Pregnant women should pay attention to keep warm, eat a light diet, avoid foods that stimulate the gastrointestinal tract, try not to eat takeout, and always pay attention to their health. In case of abnormalities, go to the hospital immediately and do not be negligent.