The Pregnant Pause

Hyperemesis gravidarum is a rare condition that affects less than 2% of pregnant women. The cause is unknown, but symptoms can be severe, including excessive nausea and vomiting, dehydration, depression, and nutritional deficiencies.  Many sufferers experience vomiting throughout their pregnancy, instead of merely in the first trimester.

Women who experience hyperemesis can lose up to 20% of their body weight throughout their pregnancies. This rapid weight loss, if not treated, can cause serious side effects and be dangerous for both mother and fetus.  Hyperemesis (HG) can be treated, however, through a combination of medication and IV hydration.

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