Although leg swelling is usually a common discomfort during pregnancy, especially after the third trimester, it is also common for the hands to swell equally.
Although pregnancy becomes a unique and wonderful stage, the reality is that it is not exempt from certain discomforts and symptoms that are not so positive or beneficial and can even be truly annoying. And we are not just referring to the typical morning sickness, vomiting, or leg cramps. Did you know that swollen hands can also become a fairly common condition during pregnancy?
In fact, bloating during pregnancy is very normal. And it tends to be more common for it to arise, especially not only as pregnancy progresses, but particularly when it develops during the summer months.
While it may be perfectly likely that you may have already assumed that, possibly as your pregnancy progresses, your feet would eventually swell, you may not have expected that it would also happen with your hands. What suddenly happens to the wedding ring, which is trapped and cannot come out normally? Welcome to the third trimester of pregnancy, since the most common thing is that it arises almost at the end of it.
What are the causes of hand swelling during pregnancy?
In late pregnancy, a good number of women often experience swelling, a medical condition also known as edema. Although the most common thing is for this swelling to occur mainly in the legs, the hands can also suffer from it.
It is so common that it is estimated that around 75 percent of women will experience this excessive fluid accumulation both around the legs and ankles at some point during pregnancy. Although it is true, as we have told you, it tends to be more common at the end of pregnancy, given that the body is producing a greater amount of fluids for the birth of the baby.
During pregnancy, the volume of both blood and body fluids increases by 50%, mainly to meet the different needs of the future baby. Additionally, the presence of additional fluid helps the body better accommodate the baby's growth and opens your pelvic joints for childbirth.
It does not usually cause major problems, except for the discomfort and annoyance it can cause. However, if the skin dimples when pressed, or if the swelling causes discomfort and pain, it is essential to seek medical attention, particularly if the swelling also appears on the face or around the eyes.
Useful tips for swollen hands during pregnancy
Wearing loose clothing and staying active throughout pregnancy (and particularly at the end of pregnancy) is essential when it comes to preventing and even relieving bloating during pregnancy. But they are not the only tips that help.
Although fluid retention is usually much more common when pregnancy takes place during the summer months (due to excess heat), maintaining adequate hydration is essential regardless of whether the pregnancy takes place in summer or winter.
And although it may seem contradictory, the reality is that drinking enough water can be useful to reduce fluid retention. Water is interesting, as is combining it with other equally healthy liquids, such as teas and infusions (suitable during pregnancy).
Food is essential when it comes to enjoying a much healthier pregnancy. Eating as balanced a diet as possible, especially rich in fruits and vegetables, high in vitamins and water, and lean proteins is important, while reducing the consumption of processed foods.
If you want to try foods with mild diuretic qualities, you can try celery, artichokes, and ginger. Of course, potassium deficiency is also a related cause of bloating, so bananas also become another of the best options.
You may think that eating large amounts of salt is the main cause of fluid retention, and therefore of hand swelling. And while this is a related cause, the opposite is also true.
Limiting the amount of salt we eat can also be a cause of bloating. Therefore, as with practically all the things we consume every day, moderation is the key to balance.
How to remove a stuck ring?
Swelling of the hands during pregnancy can cause the fingers to swell to the point where wearing rings is dangerous. So if you can prevent these from getting stuck, do it. If so, you may notice that in the morning the rings can be put on easily, but then, especially at night, taking them off is much more difficult.
Although it is normal, the key is to avoid wearing rings from the moment your hands swell, especially when you have trouble taking them off. But if you're having trouble, you can try soaking your hands in cold water to reduce swelling or using a little lotion to lubricate your finger, and gently remove it.
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