Poisonous in pregnancy make Many
emotional, clinical, and ethical issues surface when a physician is confronted
with a pregnant patient who suffers from acute or chronic poisoning.
Fortunately, with rare exceptions, the proper management of pregnant patients does not differ from the no gravid patient.
Two
general principles should be kept in mind when treating pregnant women who are
poisoned
With
rare exception, we save the baby by saving the mother.
FIG 1.1. POISONOUS DURING PREGNANCY |
More
harm and damage result from withholding needed therapy from the mother.
Excluding
drugs of abuse, the three most common intentional poisonings during pregnancy
are those by acetaminophen (APAP), iron, and aspirin. This chapter specifically
addresses the perinatal concerns and management of these three poisonings.
If you
have food poison and it means you have consumed something that has contain a
bacteria, virus, or toxin that is cause your body to react negatively. Often it
is characterized by vomiting, nausea, diarrhea and food poisoning is an
unpleasant experience for anyone.
During
pregnancies food poisoning that can causes even more anxiety. In addition to
feelings ill, you were worried about a safety of your baby to be.
FIG 1.2. PREGNANCY TREATMENTS TO FOLLOWS |
Food safety is an important issue for the pregnant women, for good reason. If you were get the food poisoning while pregnancies, it can be the dangerous. In worst cases, it can cause the miscarriages, stillbirth or else during at the premature delivery. If you get food poisoning during pregnancies , it is important to let your doctor know the right away.
Unfortunately,
pregnant women are more susceptible to food poisoning because of changes to
their metabolism and circulation.
Here’s a
look at the symptoms and treatment options for food poisoning during pregnancy.
Manifestation
In
addition to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, common symptoms of food poisoning
during pregnancy include:
·
headache
·
fever
·
abdominal
pain or discomfort
·
dehydration
·
bloody
stool
FIG 1.3. SYMPTOMS TO BE FIND AT PREGNANCY |
With the
constant changes your body experiences during pregnancy, it might be difficult
to tell if symptoms like nausea and vomiting are normal, or if they’re from
food poisoning. Look for symptoms that present themselves suddenly, or feelabnormal. If you’re unsure, it’s best to consult your doctor to rule out an
infection or virus.
Causes of Food Poisoning During
Pregnancy
According to the FDA, you’re
prone to food borne illnesses during pregnancy because your immune system is
altered. This suppressed state of immunity is largely because your hormones are
in flux. Your body’s priority is helping develop another human life.
Growing
the baby is your body’s prime mission, and most of your energy goes toward that
task. For this reason, pregnant women need to be careful about what they eat
and how it’s prepared. In addition, your baby’s immune system is
underdeveloped. If you get food poisoning, it can be dangerous for them.
FIG 1.4. FOOD POISON AT THE TIME PREGNANCY |
Treatment of Food Poisoning
During Pregnancy
Dehydration
is one of the most common complications of food poisoning. This is because of
the diarrhea and vomiting that you are experiencing. To replenish fluids lost,
it’s important to ramp up water consumption. If you’re throwing up, start by
slowly drinking a sip of water until liquids are tolerated, then build up
slowly from there.
Keep in
mind that your body is comprised primarily of water. It’s the body’s master
cleanser, flusher, and detoxifier. Keeping your fluid intake continuous will
play a role in how quickly your body recovers from illness.
FIG 1.5. TREATMENT FOR PREGNANCY |
Water is
the most economical and universally effective way to help your body heal.
Ideally, you want to consume clean, purified water from a trusted home filter,
or bottled source.
Let your
doctor know if you become dehydrated. Severe dehydration during pregnancy might
require hospitalization and/or an IV to issue fluids.
Types of Food Poisoning
The most
common types of food poisoning are listeria, E. coli, and salmonella. If left
untreated, all of these can be dangerous during pregnancy. If you think you
have food poisoning from a foodborne illness, let your doctor know right away.
If you think you’ve fallen ill after eating out, also contact your local health
department. They can investigate if there’s a serious foodborne illness
outbreak in your area.
FIG 1.6. PREGNACY FOOD |
Complications of Food Poisoning
During Pregnancy
Listeria
can cause long-term neurological development problems for your baby-to-be. E.
coli can cause blood vessel lining damage or kidney failure, often indicated by
bloody stools. Salmonella has the potential to cause meningitis, reactive
arthritis, and bacteremia (bacteria in the bloodstream). In extreme cases, food poisoning can cause miscarriage or stillbirth.
FIG 1.7. FOOD COMPLICATION DURING PREGNANCY |
For these
reasons, it’s important to be careful about what you eat during pregnancy.
Food Poisoning is To Be Prevented Before During
Pregnancy
Food
safety is important during pregnancy. To avoid getting sick, follow all of your
doctor’s instructions for preparing food, and avoid foods that aren’t
pregnancy-safe. There are several precautions you can take in order to minimize
your chances of experiencing food poisoning while pregnant.
FIG 1.8. TREATMENT AND EXERCISE DURING PREGNANCY |
Things in mind At the Time preparing food:
FIG 1.9. RAW FOOD TO AVOID DURING PREGNANCY |
·
Keep raw
foods separate from ready-to-eat foods.
·
Thoroughly
cook your raw meat. Use a meat thermometer if need be. Some harmful bacteria
can’t survive at a high temperature.
·
Store
perishable foods safely.
·
Pay
attention to expiration dates.
·
Store in
the freezer for retain optimum freshness.
·
Opt to
defrost foods instead of letting them sit out at room temperature.
·
As much
as possible, avoid packaged meats.
·
Steer
clear of raw or unpasteurized dairy.
·
Wash
fruits and vegetables well before eating.
Foods Were Avoid During pregnancy
FIG 1.10. PREGNANCY FOOD TO EAT |
·
uncooked
or raw meat, poultry, seafood, eggs
· unpasteurised fruit or vegetable juices
·
cheese
and meat spreads
·
packaged
meats
FIG 1.11. RAW FOOD TO AVOID DURING PREGNANT |
Away We Took
Getting
rid of mild food poisoning symptoms can be a dreadful period of trial and
error, especially during pregnancy. Talk to your doctor to decide what the best
healing approach is for you.
Unfortunately,
food poisoning cannot always be treated at home. Your doctor may recommend and
prescribe medication. More serious cases of food poisoning might require
antibiotics. Listeria during pregnancy is commonly treated via hospitalisation and administered intravenous antibiotics.
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