Causes
First trimester (to 12 weeks)
Dizziness in the first trimester is basically due to dehydration.
Many women go through nausea and vomiting in the first months of pregnancy which lead to dehydration and cause dizziness By consequence.
Second trimester (13 to 27 weeks)
Dizziness will be minimal, commonly, nausea stops at this stage of pregnancy and the related dizziness.
Still, Hormonal changes can cause dizziness as progesterone in pregnancy starts to slowly rise from the 9th week until the 32nd week,
progesterone rising causes blood vessels to relax and dilate, and in return, blood pressure decreases (hypotension) causing dizziness,
Which will remain a reason for dizziness in pregnancy third trimester.
Vertigo can be mistaken as dizziness but, vertigo is an illusory feeling of things moving around when you're lying down, or moving your head to the side.
Third trimester (28 to 40 weeks)
A lot of women experience feeling weak and shaky during pregnancy 3rd trimester.
Dizziness in pregnancy third trimester could be caused by
- Anemia, as iron deficiency is general at this stage.
Iron is essential for hemoglobin that carries oxygen to the blood
With the baby's growth, the iron requirement increases, and when there is not enough to cover the deficit it’s called iron deficiency anemia.
It increases the risk of premature birth or low birth weight.
- Low blood sugar, whether it’s due to morning sickness or simply not eating enough
when pregnant women can’t meet the high requirements of nutrition, blood sugar decreases to the point that even standing up quickly can cause dizziness.
That’s why hard physical exertion causes dizziness in pregnancy third trimester.
- The growing uterus puts pressure on the blood vessels leading to less blood reaching the brain and low blood pressure.
Dizziness in pregnancy third trimester is more concerning as it can be a sign of pregnancy hypertension and high blood pressure_ that can be related to Peripartum Cardiomyopathy or preeclampsia.
Preeclampsia is considered a dangerous condition, For the mother, it increases the risk of maternal death or developing cardiac diseases or seizures later on.
For the baby, it can lead to growth problems or premature birth.
Postpartum
After delivering the baby a lot of mothers can still experience dizziness and fatigue, most probably it’s due to dehydration or not eating enough.
When to seek medical advice
As women go through many symptoms they usually ask, When should I be worried about dizziness during pregnancy?
Every woman should follow up with a medical team that she trusts,
If there are any different or new symptoms she feels, she should reach her doctor without hesitation.
Learn to always speak up and make sure you are heard.
But here are some signs to keep in mind:
- Dizziness in the second trimester
As we discussed dizziness in pregnancy third trimester is common while it needs a diagnosis in the second trimester.
- Fainting
Faintin is a sign for an immediate consult,
The journal of the American Heart Association made a study (2019) showing women who faint in the first trimester of pregnancy are at risk of premature birth, poor outcome of pregnancy, or complications to the mother such as arrhythmia.
They should follow up regularly and be closely monitored during and after pregnancy.
- Shortness of breath
Short breath could be a sign of severe anemia.
Feeling breath shortness while lying flat or waking up to it,
Could be a sign of heart problems.
- Persistent hypertension
Persistent high blood pressure may be a sign of Preeclampsia.
Accompanied by low blood platelets, high protein in the urine, problems in the kidney or liver, and neurological disorders.
What helps stop dizziness in pregnancy third trimester
Maybe dizziness in pregnancy can not be prevented, due to hormonal changes that can not be controlled but here are some tips to minimize dizziness.
Hydration
Women should be careful to take adequate amounts of fluids and electrolytes they need, especially in hot weather.
A pale yellow urine is evidence of a well-hydrated woman.
Nutritious diet
A balanced diet that contains fiber and vitamins like fruits can help a lot with the feeling of weakness and dizziness in pregnancy third trimester.
Pregnant women can’t limit themselves to empty calories like junk food Which contains high calories without nutritional value,
But they have to eat enough.
If a pregnant is having a problem with morning sickness which is common in the first trimester and affects Her ability to eat enough food, She can resort to salty crackers.
More Protein
A good meal for a pregnant woman should contain protein.
Protein helps to control the rapid changes in blood sugar that can be a reason for dizziness or fainting.
So, try to eat enough protein and include it in every meal.
Get up slowly
Whether it is due to anemia or low blood sugar, it’s easy to get dizzy if you get up too fast after sitting or lying down for a while.
Take your time getting up and hold onto something like the wall for support.
Rest well
Pregnant women will inevitably feel weakness and dizziness in pregnancy third trimester.
They should get rest and stay away from physically strenuous activities.
When Does Dizziness in Pregnancy End?
Every pregnancy is different. It’s an individual experience,
There is no definitive statement about when dizziness will end.
It depends on the causes so, it’s common to start in the first trimester with morning sickness and vomiting that lead to dehydration and low blood pressure.
And resolves in the middle of pregnancy then returns in the last months of it or postpartum.
Dizziness in pregnancy third trimester is common due to weakness and iron deficiency anemia.
Summary
Every woman should prepare well for pregnancy, learn about what your body will go through, and be familiar with the symptoms.
That said if you don’t feel well, say it.
A lot of pregnancies could have been saved from other complications like cardiovascular diseases or deaths, if the problem was detected early.
Dizziness in pregnancy third trimester is not a serious symptom it's common but the reason for it has to be detected and controlled.
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As Aveda shampoo rosemary mint is a gentle cleanser it is suitable for all hair types, but its ingredients are especially selected for the difficult balance of oily scalp and dry hair.
Aveda shampoo rosemary mint ingredients
Aveda shampoo rosemary mint is an effective gentle cleanser. Let’s take a look at some of its key ingredients.
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Common problems for oily scalp with dry hair
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]]>High levels of uric acid in the blood (Hyperuricemia) are not a condition that needs to be treated by medications, mostly it can be unrecognizable however its progression can form uric acid crystals which cause gout or kidney stones.
Let's know more about it.
How does my body reach a high level of uric acid (hyperuricemia)?
Naturally, uric acid dissolves in the blood and is mainly extracted by the kidney despite this, you are at risk of hyperuricemia if:
- You produce too much uric acid
Consuming a rich-purine diet, drinking alcohol causes an acid-base imbalance, or sweat beverages producing fructose a trusted source of purine:
- Your kidney can’t excrete enough uric acid (renal insufficiency)
- You have hypothyroidism
- You take medications that increase uric acid concentration in the blood such as diuretics, cyclosporins, niacin, and ethambutol.
What are the symptoms of hyperuricemia?
As we mentioned before it is an asymptomatic condition that can be indicated by blood tests, although its complications are hard to ignore
- Pain in the joints especially at night
- Swelling, warmth, and redness
- A characteristic pain in the big toe (hallux)
- Kidney stones causing colic pain in acute attacks
- Bloody urine (hematuria)
These complications are reached in stages and whatever stage you are in it’s important to control your uric acid level, either to lessen the pain attacks or to avoid these complications.
Let’s see some home remedies for uric acid control naturally that can be applied easily without any medical interference.
10 Home remedies for uric acid control
Avoid rich purine food
Doctors recommend limiting the consumption of rich purine food instead of eliminating it due to its nutritious value that mainly strengthens your body's muscles.
Typically there are high and moderate levels of purine in:
- Red meat
- Liver and other organ’s meat
- Shellfish
- Sweets with high fructose content
- Lentils and other high-protein vegetables
Lose weight
Not only do body fats cause inflammation which contributes to more intense gout attacks but visceral fats also hinder uric acid extraction and affect your kidney, which is why it’s recommended to maintain a healthy body weight.
Avoid alcohol and sweetened beverages
Empty calories are most probably causing weight gain and affecting your metabolism.
There is a lot of fructose in artificial sweeteners.
Fructose breaks down to purine causing high levels of uric acid
Increase your intake of fibers
High fibers help directly in controlling uric acid levels by decreasing absorption and digestion of purine and indirectly by helping the body to maintain a healthy weight.
You can find fibers in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
Rely on low purine diet
Mainly vegetable-based, moderate dairy products consumption, a lot of whole grains, and low red meat diet
Stay hydrated
One of the easiest and safest home remedies for uric acid control is Water, its flush helps your kidney to get rid of uric acid excess.
Cherries
Cherries contain high levels of anthocyanins that have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties reducing the inflammation caused by gout.
Recently it has been proved cherries have no direct effect on uric acid control.
Coffee
Currently, there is insufficient evidence to prove the effect of coffee on the uric acid level in the blood. Still, with limited data, trials are validating its effect on lower uric acid concentration, further studies and trials are required though.
Herbal remedies
Herbs like dandelion root, turmeric, celery seed, ginger, and nettle leaf have been used to support kidney function and have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Also, Parsley is one of the most known traditional home remedies for uric acid control, due to its highly alkalizing effect, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and it supports kidney function preventing the formation of kidney stones and helping flushing the already formed ones.
Exercise
You may think this is not one of the home remedies for uric acid control but simple exercises, 15 minutes of cardio, or even dancing can count as a great exercise to:
- Help you lose excess body fat and maintain a healthy weight
- Improve uric acid metabolism
- Relief stress
- Reduce body inflammation
Tips and tricks
As we discussed home remedies for uric acid control, here are some tips to follow these remedies easily
Mediterranean or DASH diet meal plan
Plant-based diets like the Mediterranean diet with minimum consumption of red meat
Set an alarm each hour to drink water.
Keep a water bottle near you to ensure good hydration.
Try to drink 2-3 litres a day.
Avoid soda and artificial sweeteners.
Avoiding fructose in general would be a smart choice. Fructose is a source of purine; it’s found in small amounts in fruits, which is not a problem.
Fruits are a great source of fibers and vitamins, that we consider home remedies for uric acid control.
The issue here is how much artificial sugar contains fructose found in packaged sweets, beverages, or soda.
Take supplements
- Vitamin C with a daily recommended dose of 75–120 mg for adults, you can take it as an OTC supplement or increase its intake in natural sources such as guava, bell peppers, and citrus.
- Omega-3 fatty acid
- Folic acid
Fasting
However fasting can help to control uric acid blood levels, you should be careful with it as gout patients need to avoid dehydration.
When do you have to seek medical help?
You have to know that home remedies for uric acid control are not enough to replace medications or physician advice.
Further progression of hyperuricemia can lead to Gout or kidney stones symptoms, you have to consult your doctor for the right medication also to revise your usual medications which can be the reason for the high uric acid level.
Summary
Home remedies for uric acid control are useful to manage gout, kidney stones, and even the prevention of hyperuricemia complications, you still need to consult your doctor feeling any of the serious symptoms we mentioned before.
Modifying your habits for a healthier lifestyle can help you live with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.
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