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Nasal stuffiness during pregnancy.

M Bende1, T Gredmark

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Central Hospital, Skövde, Sweden.

The Laryngoscope
|July 13, 1999
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Nasal stuffiness is a common pregnancy symptom, affecting two-thirds of women at some point. This condition often worsens as pregnancy progresses, highlighting the need for effective treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Reproductive Health
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Nasal stuffiness, also known as rhinitis of pregnancy, is a frequently reported but often under-addressed symptom during gestation.
  • Understanding the prevalence and contributing factors of nasal stuffiness is crucial for improving maternal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the occurrence and prevalence of nasal stuffiness throughout pregnancy.
  • To identify potential correlations between nasal stuffiness and demographic or lifestyle factors.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective longitudinal study was conducted over one year.
  • Data were collected from 2,264 pregnant women at gestational weeks 12, 20, 30, and 36.
  • Self-reported nasal stuffiness was analyzed in relation to age, parity, body mass index, and smoking habits.

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Main Results:

  • The prevalence of nasal stuffiness increased progressively during pregnancy, from 27% at 12 weeks to 42% at 36 weeks.
  • Sixty-five percent of women reported experiencing nasal stuffiness at some point during their pregnancy.
  • Nasal stuffiness was more common in multiparous women compared to nulliparous women; however, age, BMI, and smoking were not associated factors.

Conclusions:

  • Self-reported nasal stuffiness is a common condition during pregnancy, potentially affecting two-thirds of women.
  • The symptom can manifest at any stage of pregnancy and tends to increase with gestational age.
  • Development of effective treatment strategies for pregnancy-related nasal stuffiness is warranted.