Advice on gastritis and pregnancy

I have gastritis and I'm planning for pregnancy. Does it affect the baby? I'm 31+ yrs old
(16 Oct 2007)

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Treating gastritis with medication or home remedies will help ease strain during pregnancy. It is therefore advisable to treat gastritis before conceiving so that the effects of gastritis do not affect or complicate your pregnancy. Gastro intestinal disorders respond to effective treatments and are known to improve quickly.

Gastrointestinal disorders are amongst the most common complaints experienced by pregnant women. While such a disorder requires special consideration during pregnancy, understanding the cause of such a condition helps diagnose and treat gastritis better. Gastro intestinal disorders are related to inflammation of the stomach lining leading to abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite, pain, vomiting, headache, nausea and dizziness.

Other related symptoms indicating onset of gastritis are increased flow of saliva, foul breath, bad taste in the mouth and a reduced flow of urine. Gastrointestinal disorders are classified as acute (sudden) or chronic (gradual) in nature.

The key causes leading to gastritis are: excessive consumption of alcohol, backflow of bile or bile reflux and bacteria known as Helicobacter pylori can cause infection and stomach cancer in extreme cases. If left untreated gastro intestinal disorders can lead to severe loss of blood and increase your chances of developing stomach cancer.

Home remedies such as decoctions and infusions made from herbs and kitchen ingredients can be helpful in treating gastritis that is mild to moderate in nature. Professional help may be required in severe and chronic cases. Make a tonic from a teaspoon of crushed aniseed and boiling water kept in a closed container for five minutes. Cool the solution, strain and drink a tablespoon at a time. A cup or two a day can improve the digestive ability and relieve abdominal discomfort. You can also do the same with cumin seeds or shredded ginger.

Pregnant women with gastritis may be more prone to nausea and vomiting. Vomiting will deprive you and your baby of essential vitamin and minerals that will help you and your child lead a healthy life. In such a case you should switch to small and frequent meals, low fat and high carbohydrate meals. Replenishing your body with intake of fluids is the ideal way to tackle vomiting. So increase your intake of juices, milkshakes and fresh coconut water to help you build a better digestive system. Gastritis maybe also caused due to certain allergy causing foods such as milk, fish, eggs, contaminated food or alcohol. Doing away with such foods will also help reduce the risk of enduring the symptoms.

answered by G M on 8 May 2009, 1:28:05

Advice on gastritis and pregnancy -

Please be positive. Gastritis in no way affects the fetus.
Just a little uneasiness and some cramps may lead. With proper diet and some relaxation techniques this will normalize itself.

answered by D M K on 18 Oct 2007, 5:52:17

Advice on gastritis and pregnancy

I have gastritis and I'm planning for pregnancy. Does it affect the baby? I'm 31+ yrs old (16 Oct 2007)

I have gastritis and I'm planning for pregnancy. Does it affect the baby? I'm 31+ yrs old
(16 Oct 2007)