Hyperemesis gravidarum is a rare disorder affecting only . If it is not treated properly then it can cause harm to the mother and the baby. Hyperemesis gravidarum is a disorder that causes excessive vomiting and nausea during early pregnancy. It often makes the mother experience dehydration, vitamin and mineral deficit, and loss at least 10 pounds. No one really knows the exact cause of hyperemesis gravidarum. An overactive thyroid or an abnormal pregnancy could cause it, but there are very rare.
Pregnant women should be seen by a doctor if they experience any of the following symptoms that are known in individuals who have hyperemesis gravidarum, vomiting more the three to four times a day, not keeping any food or water down, losing weight rapidly, feeling tired and dizzy, and urinating less than usual. Pregnant women who experience hyperemesis gravidarum are sent to the hospital to restore fluid and nutrition that has been lost. Symptoms associated with the disorder can result in the mother being hospitalized more then once during the pregnancy. Signs of dehydration include tachycardia, which is rapid heartbeat, headaches and confusion, and pale-dry skin. All of these things can be harmful for you and your baby. .
The pregnant women's daily life is also affected. Depending on how bad the symptoms are the mother could be unable to work, unable to do house chores, care for other young children, and may be unable to go to social functions. It has also been known to cause family problems and even make the mother consider abortion. Some changes the might help include frequent small meals throughout the day, separate liquids and solid foods every two hours, sit up right for forty-five minutes after every meal, and also bed rest. Hyperemesis gravidarum is exhausting and distressing causing an individual to seek psychotherapy to reduce emotional stresses. .
Those who are experiencing a first time pregnancy, carrying twins, high body weight or obesity, under the age of twenty - four, or have a history of hyperemesis gravidarum in previous pregnancies are all at a high risk of developing the disorder.
