Hyperemesis
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Hyperemesis
Jay Goldberg (Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) gives expert video advice on: What is "hyperemesis"?; What are the risks of hyperemesis?; How is hyperemesis treated?
What is "hyperemesis"?
Hyperemensis is a condition in pregnancy usually confined to the first trimester or the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, where you have excessive nausea and vomitting. Its most likely result of hormones levels in the body, as a result of the growing and developing prenancy, that cause significant amounts of nausea and vomitting. So much so, sometimes, that weight loss can occur, as some women have difficulty retaining even water. Sometimes hyperemensis requires futher evaluation by your doctor, and possibly an admission to the hospital for IV hydration and fluids for 24 to 48 hour period of time.
What are the risks of hyperemesis?
A hyperemesis risk is usually dehydration - A significant amount of dehydration that will result in fainting episodes, extreme fatigue, and then of course in the worse case scenario if you were unable to digest any foods and don't have any food intake, then it's malnutrition to the baby as well. That could result in poor development of the child. Hyperemesis is usually confined to the first trimestor, but it can extend beyond the first trimestor. If you have somebody who's losing a lot of weight, due to hyperemesis and malnourishing their child into the second and even third trimestor, it can result in preterm labor, intrauterine growth restriction, and various other complications.
How is hyperemesis treated?
If the hyperemesis is extreme, where you are not able to lift your head off the pillow, you can't even drink a sip of water without being extremely nauseated, then contact your physician, because it may require a blood test or two to evaluate whether or not you are affected in your blood chemistry by this hyperemesis, or this nausea and vomiting. And this degree of hyperemesis may require a hospital admission, to supplement vitamins and nutrients.
Tips & Comments
ive had hg with both my pregnancies, both starting at 6 weeks , i had it right through with both of my babies, vomating non stop all day every day , i had weight loss i couldnt even go to the toilet by myself , food was a no no i couldnt keep anythink down including water , i was so weak i spent months in bed not being able to move . i was given promethazine tablets which did help but more should be done to help hg women , its not as recognised as it should be i got sick of people saying its just morning sickness its more than that , when i had had my last baby i only put 5lb on , that how ill i was .
i have HG and have just returned home from 4 days in hospital on a drip. i can hardly get out of bed i feel so dizzy. its horrible
I have suffered from severe HG 6 tome, all ending with a devistating loss. We have just went through our first full round of IVF with a wonderful surrogate and just yesterday got a neg. test result. So I am now debating trying for the 7th time. Just can't find a doctor anywhere colse to southern illinois that can help. Does anyone know of a good doctor that can help us. To all of you out there going through the same things, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know how it feels, and it seems to get harder every day instead of better. Thanks for taking time to read this. My e mail is luvfordjm@yahoo.com
Hi, I have suffered with Hyperemesis myself. I would just like to let people know that there is an organisation which supports many women out there who suffer with this condition. HelpHer.org is an invaluable help network where there is a wealth of info and also a lot of support. I really hope this can help someone out there.
i just found out i have HE and i am dealing with it as of just now and early on is both of my other pregnancys as well this video is helpful i will shair it with my friends and family