The purpose of this general slowdown is to allow nutrients more time to be absorbed into your bloodstream and to reach the foetus. Unfortunately, it can also cause bloating and indigestion. Some of the things you did to ease nausea and vomiting during the first trimester may also help your heartburn during the second trimester. If heartburn is bothersome enough to keep you from eating properly, your doctor may prescribe an antacid. But do not take any antacid without talking to your doctor first.
Some antacids contain sodium, which can cause fluid build up in body tissues during pregnancy.
Rarely, an inflammation of the esophagus may cause heartburn. When this is suspected, a procedure called endoscopy can be done to view the inside of the esophagus. The condition can be treated with medication during pregnancy. Top Skin Changes Skin darkening The hormones at work in your body during pregnancy can cause several changes in your skin. One of the most common, occurring in 90 percent of all pregnant women, is skin darkening.