How much weight loss before calling the doctor?

Question

I have my first appointment in about a week. I’ve been suffering major GI issues the past couple weeks and have lost a total of 6lbs. I’ve been losing a pound a day the last two days. Should I call for an earlier appointment?

Answer

You can just call and speak to a nurse and see if they recommend you coming in earlier

Answer

I’d call the nurse line to ask. 
Losing weight can be totally normal.
I started off overweight (5’3 and 189lbs) dropped to 159lbs by 16 weeks. My doctor wasn’t concerned. It’s been a healthy pregnancy and baby is growing fine. 
I also wouldn’t weigh yourself every day. I can fluctuate 2-5lbs in a day from morning to night between water and food intake. It’s best to weigh yourself like every Monday at the same time to get a better idea of you’re actually dropping pounds. 
Remember a lot of factors go into weight loss/gain in pregnancy. Not drinking alcohol, morning sickness (food aversion, nausea, vomiting), eating better/worse, constipation/diarrhea, water intake, growing uterus….so on.
Again, always call your doctor or nurse line if you are concerned! That’s what they are there for!

Answer

If your doctor office utilizes ‘My Chart’, you can send the doctor a message explaining your symptoms. They can respond and let you know what you need to do.

How much weight loss before calling the doctor?

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