Dizziness in pregnancy is a very common symptom that may arise from the first week of gestation and be recurrent throughout pregnancy or only in recent months.
Dizziness is usually related to a decrease in blood pressure due to the weight of the uterus on the blood vessels, so some ways to relieve discomfort include:
- Sit comfortably, take a deep breath and try to relax;
- Lying on the bed turned over the left side;
- Lie on the bed and put a high pillow under your legs.
These tips can help relieve dizziness, but if they are very frequent and do not allow the pregnant woman to perform their daily activities it is advised to inform the obstetrician to perform blood tests as it can also be a sign of anemia and it is necessary to treat suitable with iron. Here's how to identify if it's anemia: Symptoms of anemia.
What to do to prevent dizziness from recurring
While dizziness may be difficult to prevent, some strategies can be taken to reduce dizziness, including:
- Get up slowly after lying down or sitting for more than 15 minutes;
- Regularly exercise your legs during the day, especially while sitting;
- Wear tight and comfortable clothing;
Also, another very important tip is to eat at least every 3 hours and drink about 2 liters of water per day.
Teas to relieve dizziness are contraindicated as they are usually made with herbs that should be avoided during pregnancy. See a complete list at:
- Teas that the pregnant can not take
