Question 1

my mouth is sore since yesterday, worse today. especially the tip of my tongue, my gums are very sensitive too, and i tasted saltiness. not burned.

Accepted Answer

Mouth sore: It's not uncommon for your mouth and/or tip of tongue to be sensitive after a bout of hot, salty, or spicy foods. This is related to surface damage and should resolve within a few days. If not please see your primary care physician.

Question 2

when do ppl usually get cravings in pregnancy? is it normal to be 5-6wks an food not be appealing (except chili cheese fries of course)

Accepted Answer

See below: It is common to have food cravings and food aversions and it can start in the first trimester.  Try to eat a healthy diet for your baby and keep followup with your ob.

Question 3

are cravings real or just an excuse?

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Depends: Some cravings can reflect a need from our body of some specific nutrients, although most of people use that term as an excuse :).

Question 4

why am i craving to have a baby so much?

Accepted Answer

You can answer that!: How? By asking yourself questions. Do you feel you are almost too old for children & haven't been able to conceive? Are you single & have fears of or don't think one should have a child without both parents!? Do you envy a friend or family member who has a newborn? Are you being pressured to get pregnant? Are you just plain lonely & think a child would clear that loneliness. There are more, ask.

Question 5

i'm constantly craving sex, why is this

Accepted Answer

Normal: Some people physiological crave sex more than others, it does not  necessarily signify an abnormality.

Question 6

why i always craving sweets and pastry?!!

Accepted Answer

Common: This is a common problem, but could be increased by certain medications or diabetes. Talk to your doctor and possibly a nutritionist

Question 7

what are suggested ways to calm chocolate cravings?

Accepted Answer

See below: Have a small piece -- better than eating whole bar at once. Try to go with dark chocolate. Also, you might want to keep the chocolate in a freezer -- it will definitely take you longer to eat, curbing some of the cravings. You also might want to look at what triggers your cravings -- what triggered your cravings and take things from there. Good luck!

Question 8

why could i have a craving for blood?

Accepted Answer

Weird cravings: The most common cause of unusual cravings and fatigue is iron deficiency. Please ask your physician to check both your iron and your thyroid levels if they haven't done so already.

Question 9

any ideas on why i'm constantly craving steak lately?

Accepted Answer

It tastes good: Are you perhaps iron deficient? Such changes as the desire for red meat and liking to chew ice cubes precede the actual anemia -- I learned this from my experience as a zealous blood donor.

Question 10

am i craving certain foods because i need certain nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Food preferences in pregnancy may have some nutritional basis.  But other times smells may play a significant role.  You can make a list of what foods you crave and compare them to see if there is a common nutritional basis.  Either way, the cravings initially in pregnancy may mellow later.  A good  prenatal supplement can help balance your diet if needed.

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My mouth is sore since yesterday, worse today. especially the tip of my tongue, my gums are very sensitive too, and i tasted saltiness. not burned.

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When do ppl usually get cravings in pregnancy? is it normal to be 5-6wks an food not be appealing (except chili cheese fries of course)

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Are cravings real or just an excuse?

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Why am i craving to have a baby so much?

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I'm constantly craving sex, why is this

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Why i always craving sweets and pastry?!!

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What are suggested ways to calm chocolate cravings?

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Why could i have a craving for blood?

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Any ideas on why i'm constantly craving steak lately?

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Am i craving certain foods because i need certain nutrients?

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