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Fasting during pregnancy
I'm 8 weeks pregnant, just wanted to know whether I can fast during Ramadan...I often feel hungry and tired...
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Dr. Disha Sridhar
Obstetrician
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
I would not suggest fasting during pregnancy
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Dr. Vijyaben Patel
Gynecologist
42 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, as in early pregnancy nausea, vomiting and hyperacidity are at its height and body is trying to get adjusted to changes created by process of pregnancy, not recommended to fast. Fasting also may lead to hypoglycemia.
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