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Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a pregnancy complication that is characterized by severe nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and possibly dehydration. [1] Feeling faint may also occur. [ 2 ] It is considered a more severe form of morning sickness . [ 2 ]
The HER Foundation is the world’s largest grassroots network of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) survivors and experts, as well as the leading website for HG information. [1] It was founded in 2002 by Kimber Wakefield MacGibbon, [2] Ann Marie King, [3] and Jeremy King. [4]
Preliminary clinical data suggests ginger may be effective for treatment of nausea and/or vomiting in a number of settings. [19] [20] [21] Emetrol is also claimed to be an effective antiemetic. Propofol is given intravenously. It has been used in an acute care setting in hospital as a rescue therapy for emesis. [22]
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Symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum include extreme nausea and vomiting. Like Kate Middleton, this mom was hospitalized for it. I had hyperemesis gravidarum during both my pregnancies.
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Hyperemesis gravidarum occurs in about 1.6% of pregnancies. [1] Morning sickness can negatively affect quality of life, result in decreased ability to work while pregnant, and result in health-care expenses. [3] Generally, mild to moderate cases have no effect on the fetus, and most severe cases also have normal outcomes. [1]
For women that do not improve with initial treatment, medications, such as pyridoxine and doxylamine, may also be used. [10] A rare form of severe nausea and vomiting known as hyperemesis gravidarum can occur in 1% of pregnant women and can affect fetal and maternal health. [11]