Is Weight Loss Normal During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy generally refers to gestation. It is normal to be thinner in the early stage of pregnancy. However, if you are thinner in the middle and late stages of pregnancy, it may be caused by a small fetus or abnormal intrauterine growth, and it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly for examination.

In the early stages of pregnancy, due to the increase of hormone levels in the body, early pregnancy reactions may occur. Generally, pregnant women may experience physiological reactions such as vomiting, loss of appetite, and mental fatigue, resulting in weight loss. This is usually normal, and as the number of days of pregnancy increases, the early pregnancy reactions will gradually disappear when reaching the middle stage of pregnancy.

However, if you do not pay attention to dietary nutrition during the middle and late stages of pregnancy, or suffer from diseases such as hyperthyroidism or cardiac insufficiency, it may lead to weight loss, which is abnormal. It is recommended to promptly go to the hospital for ultrasound examination and blood tests to detect the level of human chorionic gonadotropin, and to undergo targeted treatment after clarifying the cause. In daily life, it is necessary to develop good habits, pay attention to changes in the body, and seek medical attention promptly if any discomfort occurs. At the same time, regular prenatal examinations should be conducted during pregnancy to understand the growth and development of the fetus.