Pregnant women face altitude sickness in plateau areas, and the health of the fetus will also be affected. This article will deeply discuss the influence of altitude sickness during pregnancy on the fetus, and help pregnant women to better understand this problem.

Hypoxia affects fetal development

Due to lack of oxygen, fetal development will be seriously affected. The fetus is very dependent on oxygen. Hypoxia may lead to mental retardation, growth retardation and even premature or stillbirth.

Malnutrition of pregnant women

Altitude sickness may also lead to malnutrition in pregnant women. Adequate nutrition is needed during pregnancy, but altitude sickness makes pregnant women's appetite worse and their digestive system fragile. This makes pregnant women unable to provide enough nutrition for the fetus and affects the normal development of the fetus.

Seek the help of a doctor

For the health of yourself and your baby, you must pay more attention during pregnancy in plateau areas and seek the help of doctors if necessary. I hope every mother can spend her pregnancy safely and welcome a healthy baby!