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Hyperemesis gravidarum is a complication of pregnancy, defined as severe and persistent nausea and vomiting that can lead to electrolyte imbalances, weight loss and dehydration [1]. It can have negative consequences on the health of the mother and the fetus. This condition generally resolves as the pregnancy progresses, however most cases require treatment [2]. Hospitalizations and severity of complications can be minimized with early treatment [4]. | |||
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The pathophysiology of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is not entirely understood. It is believed to be associated with human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy [5]. | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and keywords: Persistent nausea in pregnancy; persistent vomiting in pregnancy
Overview
Hyperemesis gravidarum is a complication of pregnancy, defined as severe and persistent nausea and vomiting that can lead to electrolyte imbalances, weight loss and dehydration [1]. It can have negative consequences on the health of the mother and the fetus. This condition generally resolves as the pregnancy progresses, however most cases require treatment [2]. Hospitalizations and severity of complications can be minimized with early treatment [4].
Pathophysiology
The pathophysiology of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is not entirely understood. It is believed to be associated with human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy [5].
Causes
Differentiating Hyperemesis gravidarum from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
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Treatment
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- https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001499.htm
- https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nausea-and-vomiting-of-pregnancy-treatment-and-outcome?search=hyperemesis%20gravidarum&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~140&usage_type=default&display_rank=1
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3410506/
- https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-bulletin/articles/2018/01/nausea-and-vomiting-of-pregnancy
- https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0615/p965.html