Pregnancy Bloating: Causes, Concerns, and Safe Solutions

Question
Hello-I am 4 months pregnant-my weight before pregnancy was 137-140-I am 5'8- and since becoming pregnant, I am now 153-my doctor says this is normal weight gain although everyone is telling me that my face is bloated-which makes me very self-conscious-are there safe pills to take to get rid of the bloated face or any other reccommendations?I appreciate it!Thanks-Sunny

Answer
HI Sunny,
is this the first pregnancy? actually we want a good 20lb weight gain and then we would worry, however swelling of the face we do worry especially if you have high blood pressure which could lead to preeclamsia. Is there anything else swollen such a fingers, feet and ankles? I would consult my ob and let him know about the facial swelling and see what he advises. Please do not take any OTC meds either that could really be dangerous. Are you having any other symptoms such as blurry vision, dizziness, spotting etc..?