Hiperemesis gravidarum

Key facts

Specialty

Obstetrics , Gastroenterology

Symptoms

Nausea and vomiting such that weight loss and dehydration occur

Duration

Often gets better but may last entire pregnancy

Causes

Unknown. New research (late 2023) indicates an elevated level of one specific hormone.

Risk factors

First pregnancy, multiple pregnancy , obesity, prior or family history of hyperemesis gravidarum, trophoblastic disorder

Diagnostic method

Based on symptoms

Differential diagnosis

Urinary tract infection , high thyroid levels

Treatment

Drinking fluids, bland diet, intravenous fluids

Medication

Pyridoxine , metoclopramide

Frequency

~1% of pregnant women

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