Swelling and pain in the fingers of pregnant women may be related to the obstruction of venous return, or to changes in the level of hormones in the body. Of course, this symptom may also be related to some pathological factors, such as rheumatic diseases.
1. Obstructed venous return. Generally, in the middle and late stages of pregnancy, as the uterus increases in size, it will cause some pressure on the surrounding tissues. If the veins are compressed, venous return obstruction may occur, for example, there may be swelling and pain in the fingers, and varicose veins or hemorrhoids in the perineum may also occur.
2. Hormonal changes during pregnancy. During pregnancy, estrogen and progesterone levels in the body are significantly higher, and sodium retention may occur in the body, which may also lead to joint swelling and pain, which will return to normal after delivery.
3. Pathological factors. If a woman has gestational hypertension, systemic lupus erythematosus, or hypoproteinemia, it may also lead to joint swelling and pain.
When a pregnant woman’s fingers are swollen and painful, it is recommended that she consult a doctor in time to avoid delaying her condition.