What causes a broken nose in a pregnant woman?

We all know that pregnancy is a special period for pregnant women. There may be various abnormalities, and a common phenomenon is that pregnant women may have a broken nose. When we see this phenomenon, we are all very scared. For the health of pregnant women, we need to understand the reasons for this phenomenon. So what is the reason for a broken nose in pregnant women? Let me tell you about this below.

1. Reasons for broken nose in pregnant women:

1. After pregnancy, a large amount of progesterone will be secreted in the pregnant body, causing blood vessels to dilate and become congested. At the same time, the blood volume of pregnant women is higher than that of non-pregnant women, and the human nasal mucosa is rich in blood vessels and the blood vessel walls are relatively thin, so it is easy to rupture and cause bleeding. Especially when the human body changes its body position or blows its nose after a night's sleep, it is more likely to cause nosebleeds.

2. Some pregnant women are more prone to nosebleeds because their menstruation does not come during pregnancy, so some people will compensate by bleeding through the nasal mucosa. It is called "compensatory menstruation". This is caused by personal constitution. As long as the amount of bleeding is not too much, it is harmless to the body.

3. Lack of vitamin K. If pregnant women do not absorb enough vitamin K, the level of prothrombin in the blood will be reduced, which can easily cause coagulation disorders, not only nose bleeding but also congenital disorders in the fetus. Not only nose bleeding but also congenital visual and intellectual development disorders in the fetus. You should eat more foods rich in vitamin K, such as cauliflower, cabbage, spinach, lettuce, alfalfa, sauerkraut, etc.

2. How to prevent nosebleeds during pregnancy

1. Pay attention to your diet structure, eat less spicy food, and eat more foods containing vitamin C and vitamin E, such as green vegetables, cucumbers, tomatoes, etc.; fruits such as apples, mangoes, peaches; and beans, eggs, dairy products and other foods to consolidate the blood vessel walls, enhance the elasticity of blood vessels, and prevent rupture and bleeding.

2. Avoid actions such as blowing your nose and picking your nose to avoid bleeding due to damage to the blood vessels of the nasal mucosa.

3. Nose massage. Pregnant women can gently massage the skin of their nose and face 1-2 times a day with their hands to promote local blood circulation and nutrient supply, especially in winter.

After understanding the causes and prevention methods of broken noses in pregnant women, we can better protect the health of pregnant women. At the same time, we should also pay more attention to the diet of pregnant women. It is best not to let pregnant women eat foods that are easy to cause heatiness. We can also let pregnant women do some appropriate physical exercises, which will also help them excrete toxins from their bodies.