Don't Take It Lightly, These Are Signs of Pregnancy Complications to Watch Out For

Illustration of complications of pregnant women. (Freepik)

JAKARTA - Pregnancy complications are one of the things that pregnant women need to be aware of, especially in the early trimester when the body is undergoing many hormonal changes.

Although a number of complaints such as nausea, fatigue, or emotional changes are often considered normal, certain symptoms can also be a sign of a more serious condition and require immediate medical treatment.

Eka Hospital PIK Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist, dr. Krisantus Desiderius Jebada, explained that the early period of pregnancy is a fairly sensitive adaptation phase for the pregnant mother's body.

"In the first trimester, the body is adapting to significant hormonal changes. Therefore, it is important for pregnant women to be able to distinguish between normal symptoms and which are signs of danger," explained Dr. Krisantus in a media meeting with Eka Hospital in Jakarta, recently.

He said symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, and mood changes are common in pregnant women. However, these conditions should not be taken lightly if they appear in conjunction with other signs that lead to pregnancy complications.

Some symptoms to watch out for include bleeding, severe abdominal pain, and constant vomiting that makes it difficult for mothers to eat and drink.

In addition, high fever, severe headache, excessive dizziness, abnormal discharge, and sudden loss of pregnancy symptoms can also be signals of health problems that require further examination.

The worries that arise during pregnancy often make pregnant women feel uncomfortable both physically and emotionally. To help reduce these complaints, some pregnant women begin to choose companion therapy such as medical acupuncture.

Eka Hospital PIK Acupuncture Specialist Doctor, dr. Laura Widiastuti, said medical acupuncture can be a safe complementary therapy for pregnant women if it is carried out by trained medical personnel.

"Acupuncture is not just an alternative therapy, but it is medically based and used as an adjunct therapy to help pregnant women feel more comfortable," he said.

According to dr. Laura, this therapy is widely chosen because it can help reduce complaints without having to increase drug consumption during pregnancy.

Acupuncture is said to help reduce nausea and vomiting by supporting hormonal balance and improving the pregnant mother's digestive system.

"This therapy can help reduce pain perception, provide a relaxing effect, and in some cases can help speed up the labor process," he continued.

However, he emphasized that acupuncture is not a substitute for primary medical treatment. Pregnant women are still advised to consult a doctor before undergoing therapy so that the treatment is in accordance with their respective conditions.

"Through the right approach, acupuncture can be one of the complementary therapy options that help pregnant women have a more comfortable and less complaining pregnancy," he concluded.