Families planning to have a baby understand that having a safe pregnancy and having a baby is not an easy task. Another concern parents are Fear that their own disease Will affect the strength of the baby in the womb itself and “heart disease” It is another disease that affects the health of the mother’s womb. Therefore, it must be under the close supervision of a physician.
by Dr. Suwanich Triamchanchuchai, M.D. cardiologist specializing in cardiology Heart and Vascular Center, Vimut Hospital, so I come to invite you to know. “heart disease” along with suggesting self-care guidelines for women with “heart disease” But I want to be a mother so that the baby opens his eyes to see the world safely Reduce harm to both mother and baby
know ‘heart disease’ A disease that everyone can have
“Heart disease is an abnormality that affects the heart. As a result, the heart contracts and pumps blood abnormally. In general, heart disease can be divided into 4 types: 1. coronary artery disease causing insufficient blood supply to the heart 2. heart muscle disease such as enlarged heart muscle from high blood pressure 3. Diseases of the heart valves such as leaky heart valves, stenosis of the heart valves, which makes the heart work harder 4. Abnormal heart beats which affects the work of the heart Heart disease can be caused by both heredity and personal behavior, such as eating too much salty or fatty foods. It can cause heart disease from high blood pressure or coronary artery disease. Caused by the accumulation of too much cholesterol, Dr. Suwanich Triamchanchuchai said, “Heart disease from certain behaviors will not pass on to the unborn child. However, some genetic diseases, such as heart defects and valvular heart disease, have a chance for the mother to pass on the disease to her baby. Preparing mothers are advised to consult their doctors prior to conception to understand these dangerous risks.”
“heart disease” Can you be pregnant?
“I have to explain first. “heart disease” It was divided into 4 phases: Phase 1, the patient was still able to function normally even with heart disease, Phase 2, was that the patient was slightly tired at normal work, Phase 3, was that he was tired from doing a little work, and Phase 4, that he was just sitting still and that he was tired. Can’t do any activities at all, in stage 1 or 2, mothers with heart disease can become pregnant. Of particular concern are stage 3 and 4 heart disease as it greatly affects the mother’s lifestyle. need to be closely monitored
Dr. Suwanich Triamchanchuchai Explain further that in addition, certain heart diseases such as ischemic heart disease It can affect the unborn child as well. Because the blood can be pumped to raise the child less Causes the child to grow prematurely. In some cases, your doctor may recommend terminating the pregnancy. because if left untreated, it could be so severe that it could cause the mother’s death
The doctor pointed out that the mother was “heart disease” Urgent antenatal care – consult a doctor to reduce the risk.
For mothers who are “heart disease” And being pregnant, Dr. Vimut Hospital recommends going to antenatal care as soon as possible. for doctors to assess risks and closely monitor In addition, doctors recommend consulting both a gynecologist and a specialist. “heart disease” together to prevent complications that may occur during pregnancy Mothers who need to take medicines during pregnancy must consult a doctor and pharmacist to determine which medications are safe and effective. Especially during the first 3 months of pregnancy. The general medicines at home such as headache medicine, paracetamol can be eaten as usual. There is no danger to the fetus. However, for specific medicines such as heart disease medicines, high blood pressure medicines, lipid-lowering medicines, they are all groups of medicines that affect pregnancy health. Therefore, it is important for mothers to always consult a doctor when it is necessary to take such drugs.
Dr. Suwanich Triamchanchuchai Tells about the safe delivery of a heart disease patient that “Many mothers with heart disease cannot give birth naturally. Because if you use a lot of force during childbirth, it can lead to a heart attack. Therefore, it is necessary to consult a doctor to find the safest method. Initially, if the patient has heart disease in stage 1 or 2, which is a safe stage, natural delivery may be possible. But if it’s in the 3rd and 4th stages, which are easy to get tired Caesarean section would be a safer option.”
Dr. Vimut Hospital concluded that “Women with heart disease can become pregnant. Only under the close supervision of a skilled physician. both before and during pregnancy To keep mothers and babies safe and healthy.”
2023-08-26 01:06:00
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