Hyperemesis Gravidarum is NOT Morning Sickness.

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy is extremely common. It is commonly referred to as morning sickness, however the nausea and vomiting can occur at any time of day. Studies estimate that nausea and vomiting occurs in 50 to 90% of pregnancies. For the majority of cases morning sickness is not a serious condition and it doesn't place the mother or baby at risk.

The most severe form of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy is called Hyperemesis Gravidarum. This condition can place the mother and baby at risk because the nausea and vomiting prevent the mother from retaining and utilizing food and fluid.

Hyperemesis occurs in approximately 1% of pregnant women. It can start between four to six weeks of pregnancy. Symptoms usually improve from about 15 to 20 weeks but occasionally last the entire pregnancy.
If you are diagnosed with Hyperemesis, a plan of care to promote a healthy outcome for you and your baby can be developed. It is important to receive treatment early to prevent complications.

Every woman and her pregnancy are different and therefore every treatment is also different. Mild cases of Hyperemesis can be simply controlled by a change in diet, rest and antacids.

The more severe cases often require hospitalisation where there is close monitoring of food/liquid intake and output. Careful re-hydration is provided through an intravenous drip.

DO NOT take any medications to solve this problem without first consulting your health care provider.

Here are some tips to relieving your symptoms:

Dietary Modification Suggestions
Do not hesitate to eat when you want to, even if you are craving foods that are not part of your regular diet
Eat frequent small meals every two – three hours
Speak to your healthcare provider about your symptoms and how they affect you. He or she may recommend a safe and effective medication to treat your nausea and/or vomiting and to prevent the progression of the condition
Eat dry crackers 15 minutes before getting out of bed in the morning
Do not skip meals needlessly
Drink fluids ½ hour before a meal or ½ hour after a meal. Avoid drinking during your meal
Drink about eight glasses of liquid during the day to avoid dehydration
Try eating cold food rather than hot food (cold foods have less odour)
Avoid spicy foods
Avoid foods high in fat
High protein snacks are helpful
Increase intake of carbonated beverages
Include herbal teas containing peppermint or ginger or other ginger-containing beverages
If odours bother you while cooking, try to improve ventilation in the kitchen area
If it is possible, get assistance in the preparation of your meal

Activity
Limit noise, light, odours, and stimulation from others
Nausea and vomiting may worsen when you get overtired. Try to increase resting periods and take more naps during the day.

References:
http://www.sosmorningsickness.org/faq.html

http://emedicine.com/med/topic1075.htm

http://www.hyperemesis.org/hyperemesis-gravidarum/

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