Sunday, July 12, 2009

Headache during pregnancy

Early pregnancy may be associated with headache, nausea, and vomiting. Headache is the most common neurologic symptom in pregnancy. Many pregnant women notice that they get headaches more often that they used to. Headache may increase particularly in the first trimester when oestrogen levels are less stable.

There are many theories explaining the relationship between pregnancy and headache. The most common cause of headache during pregnancy is tension or muscle contraction headache. Although numerous medications are available for headache treatment, but their safety in pregnancy has not been established. Try the following suggestions to prevent headaches during pregnancy.
  • Eating and getting some extra sleep.
  • Avoid food that is high in sugar like candy, which can cause blood sugar to rapidly spike and crash.
  • Learn relaxation techniques.
  • Drink Water, dehydration is a common cause of headaches, particularly in early pregnancy.
If you often have bad headaches, tell your doctor or midwife so that they can decide what type of treatment might be best for you during pregnancy.

2 comments:

  1. The most common cause of headache during pregnancy is tension or muscle contraction headache. Although numerous medications are available for headache treatment.

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  2. Now a days, numerous medications are available for headache treatment, but their safety in pregnancy has not been established.

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