Do I Have Hyperemesis Gravidarum?
If you a vomiting frequently and or have any of the following signs then there is a real possibilty that you have hyperemesis gravidarum and you really need to discuss your symptoms with your health care provider. Many of the tips on this site as well as the technique in 'End Morning Sickness' will help you but there is a chance you will need medication and rehydrating so please for your and your babies health speak to a health professional. You will also find lots and lots of useful information on the Hyperemesis Education and Research Foundation website.
Do you have:
- Vomiting, mucus, bile or blood**
- Food aversions
- Increased sense of smell
- Sensitive gag reflex
- Excessive salivation
- Constipation (If severe**)
- Difficulty sleeping
- Fainting** or dizziness
- Ketosis** (ketones are found in your urine using a dipstick test)
- Vomiting small amounts food/drink**
- Dry, furry tongue, thirst
- Loss of skin elasticity
- Pale, waxy, dry skin
- Body odor (from rapid fat loss & ketosis)
- Rapid heart rate**
- Headache
- Confusion**
- Extreme fatigue
- Rapid weight loss (2+ lbs/wk)**
- Secondary anxiety/depression
- Intolerance to motion/noise/light
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