thread: Extreme Gastro, stomach cramps and nausea

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  1. #1
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    Oct 2008
    Perth, WA
    171

    hi first time mummy

    when i was 20 weeks i had a terrible bout of gastro - i remember distinctly because it was christmas and i couldn't eat a thing. it lasted about 2 weeks but in that time i visited my midwife to make sure everything was ok with me and bub.

    i think if it's continued on this long it's probably best to go along to your GP. it could just be your body responding to pregnancy but it also might be something that you can treat.

    good luck

  2. #2
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    Oct 2006
    Perth
    3,299

    Definitely try drinking some more water - this will keep you hydrated (very important for the baby) and help you go to the toilet if you are having trouble getting it out

    Hope you feel better soon

  3. #3
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    Feb 2009
    australia
    68

    it may be a virus. I would see a GP

  4. #4
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    Apr 2009
    Eastern Melbourne, Vic
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    drink plenty of water and up your fibre intake

  5. #5
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    Apr 2009
    Cowra, NSW
    409

    my local doc and chemist reccommended mylanta. but i always thought mylanta was just for intergestion. apparently it cleans out everything through my system, and is good for wind cramps.

    Ive had it twice, he said take 10 ml 4 times a day. It tastes gross,..its mint flavoured, and its like swallowing mouth wash. But if it helps, thats all i ask

    Has anyone else use mylanta successfully for gas/nausea?

  6. #6
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    Oct 2008
    Perth, WA
    171

    i had heartburn and reflux issues in the last trimester of pregnancy. i used mylanta when i was desperate (i didn't want to take any meds while pregnant). it did alleviate the heartburn but didn't get rid of it completely. worth a try though. glad it turned out to be something harmless.

    good luck