my fingers feel so puffy these days, cant even wear my ring anymore. im 30 weeks. it gets worse by evening. anything that helped u all? will check with doc too at next visit.
Swelling in hands is very normal because of fluid retention. Try to avoid standing or sitting in one position for too long. Walking helps circulation. Also, drink plenty of water, it sounds counterintuitive but it helps flush out excess sodium. And just wear comfortable, loose clothing.
Haan ji, haath mein swelling toh bahut common hai pregnancy mein, mere saath bhi hua tha. Pani khoob piyo, aur sodium thoda kam khaao. Jab bhi time mile na, haath ko upar rakho, jaise pillow pe. Aur kabhi kabhi halka massage kar lo, aram milta hai.
Oh, hand swelling can be so uncomfortable, I remember that feeling. After my C-section, I was advised to keep my feet elevated, and the same applies to hands. Try to raise your hands above your heart whenever you can, even when sleeping. It helps with circulation.
Hand swelling, also known as edema, is a very common pregnancy symptom due to increased blood volume and fluid retention. Elevating your hands, avoiding prolonged standing, cutting down on excessive salt, and staying well-hydrated usually help. If the swelling is sudden, severe, or accompanied by headaches, definitely contact your doctor immediately as it could be a sign of something more serious.
Beta, haathon mein sujan toh ho jati hai. Bas thoda rest karo, aur thanda pani piyo khoob saara. Meri maa kehti thi ki thodi si haldi doodh mein daal ke piyo raat ko, woh bhi achha hota hai. Lekin agar zyada ho toh doctor ko zaroor batana.
OMG, I'm facing this too, especially in the evenings! My rings feel so tight. Is it okay to just put my hands up, or are there any specific exercises? Sometimes my fingers feel a bit numb too. Should I be worried about that?
Yaar, hand swelling is actually quite common. I had it too. My doc said to keep my hands elevated when resting, like putting them on pillows. Also, drink a lot of water and try to avoid salty food. If it gets too much or you feel any pain, then definitely call your gynac, okay?
Being extra careful is always my approach, given my PCOS history. Hand swelling can be normal, but sometimes it can also indicate other issues, especially related to blood pressure. So, while simple tips like elevating your hands and drinking water are good, definitely monitor your blood pressure and inform your doctor about the swelling, especially if it's sudden or severe.
