Any disease is accompanied by unpleasant symptoms and negatively affects the quality of life. If it developed against a background of pregnancy, the problems from it are even greater, because during this period, the health of women is especially important. In addition, at this time, a number of medications are contraindicated, since their action can disrupt the development of the fetus and complicate childbirth.
In this disease, the mucosa of the colon is covered by an inflammatory process that can in parallel capture the mucosa of the stomach or small intestine.
The causes of colitis on the background of pregnancy are many. It can be as various infections( viruses, bacteria, pathogenic fungi) and consequence of allergic reactions. In addition, the cause of the development of colitis can be the reception of certain medicines by women.
It should be noted that for this period it is not uncommon to reduce the natural protective functions of the body. Consequently, a pregnant woman is more likely to suffer from various diseases.
Colitis during pregnancy is manifested by pain in the abdomen and intestines, as well as a violation of stool with an admixture in the stool mucus or blood. At the reception of a specialist at palpation, there are painful sensations in the direction of the colon, which is located behind the abdominal wall.
With an infectious form of lesions, a sudden increase in body temperature is possible.
The course of the disease during pregnancy can be both acute and chronic. In the first case, flatulence, loss of appetite and spasms in the stomach are added to the main symptoms. Chronic intestinal colitis during pregnancy is characterized by a sluggish character, but it can even cause a greater discomfort to the woman.
Drug medication for colitis during pregnancy
Faced with symptoms of colitis, a pregnant woman should never engage in self-medication. Selection of medicines is carried out strictly by the doctor after the necessary diagnostic measures are taken.
Pregnancy is prohibited from taking a number of antibiotics, therefore, in the treatment of colitis, adsorptive drugs, means for normalizing the microflora in the intestine, and also enveloping preparations are used.
In case of acute manifestation of colitis in pregnant women, it is allowed to take antispasmodics to reduce painful sensations, but only after preliminary consultation with a doctor.
During pregnancy, colitis can provoke hemorrhoids or the appearance of anal fissures. In this situation rectal suppositories are prescribed to eliminate these effects.
Features of the diet of pregnant women with colitis
Quite often during pregnancy, there is no opportunity to conduct medical treatment of colitis, which is why it is recommended to adhere to a certain diet to eliminate acute symptoms and improve bowel habits.
The daily diet should include only fresh food that has undergone the necessary pre-treatment. Exclude from it are all varieties of legumes, sweets, white bread( freshly baked), cabbage, boiled eggs, as well as fatty meat and fish. During the preparation of soups should be used low-fat broth. In addition, pregnant women should give up food that can cause fermentation in the stomach, and sour juices.
Such products as buckwheat porridge, boiled lean meat, apple puree and wheat bread have a beneficial effect on the bowels.
Correctly selected diet will help not only to weaken the symptoms of colitis during pregnancy, but also to improve the body as a whole, ensuring the receipt of the necessary amount of vitamins and beneficial microelements. It is based on the principle of fractional nutrition, in small portions at short intervals. It is best if the diet is selected by a specialist whose pregnant woman is under observation.
Prevention of colitis during pregnancy
Undoubtedly, it is best to prevent the development of this disease, but if a pregnant woman still had to face it, appropriate attention should be given to treatment and subsequent preventive measures.
Monitoring the recurrence of colitis during pregnancy will help avoid serious complications, such as the transition of the disease to a peptic ulcer or Crohn's disease. To do this, you need to monitor the regularity of the stool and eliminate diarrhea or constipation.
Pregnant women should avoid situations that can cause stress, and regularly perform a set of physical exercises with moderate activity.
You can not ignore a healthy lifestyle that will help to cope not only with colitis, but also other ailments that have emerged against the background of pregnancy.