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Im 28 weeks pregnant and i woke up choking, i tried to sleep again and then woke up vomiting, mostly through my nose. should i be worried ?

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Dr. Ralph Boling
Dr. Ralph Bolinganswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 41 years experience
Reflux: of stomach contents, are pushed up the esophagus by the pressure of the pregnancy, as you are resting causing this to occur. Antacids and sleeping with less reclined position can help.
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