Third Trimester

Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Edema IMPORTANT: Mild swelling of the feet and ankles is common in pregnancy, especially in the third trimester and on hot days. However, sudden, massive edema that involves the face, hands, eyelids, or that is asymmetric (only one leg swollen and painful), can signal preeclampsia or deep vein thrombosis, two serious conditions. Go to the doctor immediately if you have sudden swelling, severe headaches, vision disturbances, pain in the upper right abdomen, rapid weight gain (over 1 kg in a day), or if one leg is much more swollen than the other, red, warm, and painful. The natural remedies described here are for physiological edema confirmed by a doctor; they cannot replace treatment of an obstetric condition. ...

Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Hemorrhoids IMPORTANT: Hemorrhoids in pregnancy are very common but should not be ignored. If you have heavy or persistent bleeding, intense pain, a hard and painful lump in the anal area (possible thrombosed hemorrhoid), purulent discharge, fever, or any unusual change, go to the doctor immediately. Any cream, ointment, or suppository, even herbal-based, must be discussed with the obstetrician before use in pregnancy. Some ingredients (certain corticosteroids, vasoconstrictors, or herbs) are contraindicated. The remedies described below are for mild and moderate hemorrhoids confirmed by a doctor, and do not replace medical consultation. ...