Is Nausea Late in Pregnancy Normal?

Are you experiencing nausea late in pregnancy? Most people associate morning sickness during the early stages of pregnancy, usually during the first trimester. But on the contrary, morning sickness is not confined strictly to the first trimester of pregnancy. Occasionally, there are some pregnant women who suffer from morning sickness late in their pregnancy even up until the day they give birth.

Several factors are considered to cause morning sickness late into pregnancy. Doctors feel that morning sickness is mainly due to a fluctuation in hormones. On the first trimester, hormones are expected to increase. After a few weeks they gradually decline. Nausea during late pregnancy results from a continued fluctuations of hormones even until the third trimester.

 

Also, a physical change in the body could cause nausea in late pregnancy. When the fetus develops, the uterus also enlarges encroaching on more space within the abdomen. In such condition, a full stomach could press against the uterus resulting in morning sickness. One of the best ways to prevent this feeling is to eat small meals throughout the day, instead of a few large meals.

Throughout pregnancy, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This is important for the development of the fetus, and can help ease the symptoms of pregnancy. In severe cases of abdominal pain make sure that you call your doctor as soon as possible. Severe abdominal pain or vomiting can interfere with your ability to eat. During this time, your body requires constant nutrition to facilitate the baby's development. Make sure to drink plenty of water to recover most of the fluids lost during vomiting and prevent dehydration.

Some women experience a condition known as hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe case of nausea and vomiting that could persist until the third trimester. This condition can lead to severe dehydration and malnourishment. There is no specific cause for hyperemesis gravidarum but it can be linked to high levels estrogen and hormones that some women produce.

Women can lose as much as 5 percent or more of their pregnant body weight as dehydration worsens. As the dehydration worsens, it can alter your sense of taste, and even cause hallucinations. Severe dehydration puts the fetus life at risk as it decreases the amniotic fluid and cause fetal distress.

Other complications are diabetes, heart disease, and neurobehavioral issues which could show up later on in life. The fetus is also at risk for developmental problems. Because of the risk of dehydration and complications to the pregnancy, pregnant women who suffer from hyperemesis gravidarum should be treated immediately. Medication such as intravenous re-hydration, anti emetic medications, and nutritional support should be provided immediately.

It can be comforting to many women to know that nausea late in pregnancy is not a common occurrence. Those who do suffer from if may find relief by positioning themselves while eating to alleviate the pressure on their stomach. If you are suffering from extreme nausea and vomiting, and you can't find relief, make sure to call you doctor immediately and inform him about the severity and the remedies you've applied.