Zeitschrift für Schwangerschaft und Kindergesundheit

Abstrakt

Diarrhea in Early Pregnancy, Gastroenteritis in Pregnancy and other Gut Problems

Gabriele Ute Maier

Diarrhea during pregnancy is one of the unfortunate discomforts that may be experienced. Diarrhea literally means “flowing through” and is defined as having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements in a 24 hour period. If you are experiencing three runny, watery bowel movements in one day, the main concern is to stay hydrated. Dehydration can be serious, even deadly. Drink plenty of water and avoid soda and coffee. Diarrhea is rarely lifethreatening, but it shouldn’t be taken too lightly, especially while pregnant.