UNDERSTANDING HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM


Scenario: Megan is 12 weeks pregnant. 
She has been vomiting once or twice daily
and is beginning to feel weak and tired.

Her doctor arranged a hospital admission, 
for observation and IV fluids.

Symptoms of nausea and vomiting, often 
called morning sickness, are well known 
to the pregnant woman. 

Simple measures, like eating dry crackers 
and drinking liquids as tolerated, are usually
 implemented.

What is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

Hyperemesis Gravidarum is considered to be 
more severe than regular morning sickness,
often resulting in dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

Hospitalization, antiemetic drugs, rest, and IV fluid 
replacement may become necessary. The cause of this 
condition is not clearly understood. 

However, there seems to be a connection with changes

What is the placenta?

The placenta is an organ which develops during 
pregnancy. It supplies the fetus with nourishment 
and oxygen via the umbilical cord, which is attached 
to one side of the placenta. 

The other side of the placenta is attached to the uterine 
wall. The placenta is a very vascular organ and contains
 an artery and a vein.

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Above is a sample of the Apgar score.
The Apgar score is an assessment done at 1 minute
 and 5 minutes after the birth of the newborn. 


The uterus, ovaries , fallopian tubes, cervix and vagina
are all part of the reproductive system. The uterus is a
hollow muscular organ which is located in the pelvis.
Learn more by reading the image above.

The placenta is an organ which develops during pregnancy.
It supplies the fetus with nourishment and oxygen via the
umbilical cord which is attached to one side. The other side
of the placenta is attached to the uterine wall. The placenta
is a very vascular organ and contains an artery and a vein.

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