17 May 2019 | 6 min Read
Mukta Chowdhary
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With pregnancy comes lot of physical changes in body. These physical changes result in all sorts of aches and pains. Some aches and pains can be causes of concerns and should not be neglected like:
While allopathy can give quick relief, one must not take any medicines without doctor consultation in pregnancy. Homeopathy on the other hand seems to have is own benefits. Here is a transcript of a video chat with Dr. Mukta Chowdhary which tells all about approach of homeopathy to aches and pains during pregnancy.
I’m Dr. Mukta Chowdhary. I have 15 years of experience in homeopathy and I specialise in weight loss and body aches related to pregnancy.
Remain active and normal. It is a normal occurrence during pregnancy. If the pain is unbearable then visit your doctor for consultation.
Avoid remaining on empty stomach for long duration. Eat every two hours. Drink lots of fluids to prevent dehydration.
Consult gynecologist. Hormonal changes often affect digestive processes.
Avoid oily and spicy foods. Take short walks after meals to aid digestion.
If cycle is regular then you can test anywhere between 2 days or a week after missed period.
Ensure that your posture is correct. Exercise regularly. If pain is persistent then use alternating hot and cold packs. Take adequate rest and avoid physical exertion.
It’s quite normal don’t worry. However if the discharge is foul smelling then get checked for infection.
It’s a normal side effect of hormonal changes. Drink lots of water as it can detox and maintain body’s balance of chemicals. Avoid oily food as it triggers pimples.
The standard weight gain for Indian women is between 8-10 kgs.
Ensure you are taking proper supplements like folic acid, iron, calcium and vitamin D. Do regular blood check ups to monitor haemoglobin level.
Headaches are usually caused by stress. Find the cause of tension. Also check your blood pressure.
Movement can be felt around 18+ weeks.
It can cause development problems in baby and also preterm delivery. Consult your doctor.
Uterus is at the center which puts some pressure on the lungs. While sleeping opt to sleep on your side or propped up pose using pillows. Consult your doctor for improving haemoglobin levels.
Pelvic pain is normal during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for painkillers.
Breast pain occurs because the ducts in breast become enlarged in preparation for lactation. This is triggered by hormonal changes and is quite natural. Don’t worry.
Whichever position is most comfortable for you is the best. Use pillows to support your body. Left or right doesn’t make a difference.
That is very low even for the haemoglobin trends on Indian women. It should be at least 12-13. Check for thalassemia and consult your doctor for supplements.
Consult your gynaecologist. It could be an allergy or another reason which you need to find out for treatment.
I would recommend bed rest. Consult your doctor for treatment and undergo a sonography scan.
Eat small meals every 2 hours. Avoid foods which trigger nausea. Don’t remain on an empty stomach for long as it may cause acidity.
The pain is due to the weight gain. Take adequate rest.
You’re among the lucky few. It’s quite normal.
Yes. In fact it is encouraged for health and fitness.
The body feels uneasy because of weight gain and increasing size of uterus. Use pillows to prop up your body and find a comfortable posture while sleeping.
Regular exercise and daily walks are a must to maintain physical fitness.
Sonography, ultrasound and a full blood profile is must. A urine test is also important. It is also important to get checked for underlying conditions like thalassemia.
Soup, salad, green vegetables, fruits and high fiber foods help to deal with constipation.
Check with your gynaecologist to understand if it was internal or external and treat it accordingly. Any bleeding no matter how mild shouldn’t be ignored.
Yes, it is normal. It happens because of vomiting. You’ll recover by next month.
Get a blood test and check blood sugar levels.
No food can decide colour of complexion. It is decided by genetics. A healthy diet will ensure healthy skin.
No. It is common, the fibroid may grow with baby. It will subside naturally post delivery.
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Also read: The complete list of must-have foods during pregnancy
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