Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Asked 6 months ago

Is indigestion a sign of pregnancy?

I'm a few weeks late on my period, and I've been having a lot of indigestion and heartburn, which is unusual for me. My friend mentioned she had bad indigestion when she was pregnant. Can indigestion be a sign of pregnancy?

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Seema Nair Seema Nair Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Yes, progesterone slows down digestion, which causes bad acid reflux. But if your indigestion is accompanied by severe upper abdominal pain, please see your doctor as it could be a sign of blood pressure issues.

Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

You can drink some warm fennel seed (saunf) water after meals, it helps a lot with pregnancy bloating. But if you have severe vomiting or can't keep any food down, please visit your doctor.

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Preeti Saxena Preeti Saxena Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

I have been having terrible heartburn and bloating since last week. Did anyone else get this as their first symptom even before their missed period?

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

It's absolutely normal because of the hormonal changes relaxing the stomach muscles. Tell your wife to sit upright for at least 30 minutes after eating and keep her hydrated. Take care.

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Rhea Kapoor Rhea Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much! Indigestion is super common in pregnancy because of all the crazy hormones. Try eating smaller meals and avoiding spicy food at night.

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