Constipation in early pregnancy belongs to the early pregnancy reaction, is a normal physiological phenomenon in early pregnancy, generally in about 3 months of pregnancy gradually reduce until disappear.
Early pregnancy reaction refers to a series of symptoms caused by increased levels of estrogen and progesterone in early pregnancy, including dizziness and fatigue, nausea and vomiting, gastrointestinal flatulence, constipation and other symptoms. In early pregnancy, the body’s gastric acid secretion decreases, gastrointestinal peristalsis slows down, and the enlarged uterus may also press the rectum, which may lead to constipation.
If the constipation is not serious, usually do not need special treatment, usually in the third month of pregnancy when the symptoms will gradually reduce until disappear. However, in some cases, the early pregnancy lasts longer and may not disappear until the 4th to 5th month of pregnancy. If constipation is severe or interferes with normal life, seek further medical attention to rule out other factors.
Constipation in early pregnancy may be improved by regulating diet, appropriate exercise, adjusting the mind and other measures. If the symptoms are serious, it should be treated in hospital.