I have a question for the Fabry Woman. How many of you were sick while pregnant? How many of you suffered Serve Nausea? How many of you ladies were Diagnosised with Hyperemesis Gravidarium? What is HG? I was a Diagnosised with both pregnancy and we have a Lady Fabber with the same Diagnosis. I was wonder is there any one else that also as a Fabber had this symptom. Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a complication of pregnancy characterized by intractable nausea, vomiting, and dehydration and is estimated to affect 0.5–2.0% of pregnant women.[1][2] Malnutrition and other serious complications, such as fluid or electrolyte imbalances, may result. Hyperemesis is considered a rare complication of pregnancy, but because nausea and vomiting during pregnancy exist on a spectrum, it is often difficult to distinguish this condition from the more common form of nausea and vomiting experienced during pregnancy known as morning sickness. When hyperemesis gravidarum is severe or inadequately treated, it may result in the following: Loss of 5% or more of pre-pregnancy body weight Dehydration, causing ketosis,and constipation Nutritional disorders such as vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, vitamin B6 deficiency or vitamin B12 deficiency Metabolic imbalances such as metabolic ketoacidosis or thyrotoxicosis Physical and emotional stress of pregnancy on the body Difficulty with activities of daily living Symptoms can be aggravated by hunger, fatigue, prenatal vitamins (especially those containing iron), and diet. Some women with hyperemesis gravidarum lose as much as 10% of their body weight.[6] Many sufferers of HG are extremely sensitive to odors in their environment; certain smells may exacerbate symptoms. This is known as hyperolfaction. Ptyalism, or hypersalivation, is another symptom experienced by some women suffering from HG. Hyperemesis gravidarum tends to occur in the first trimester of pregnancy and lasts significantly longer than morning sickness. While most women will experience near-complete relief of morning sickness symptoms near the beginning of their second trimester, some sufferers of HG will experience severe symptoms until they give birth to their baby, and sometimes even after giving birth. There are numerous theories regarding the cause of HG, but the cause remains controversial. It is thought that HG is due to a combination of factors which may vary between women and include: genetics, body chemistry, and overall health. One factor is an adverse reaction to the hormonal changes of pregnancy, in particular, elevated levels of beta human chorionic gonadotropin.This theory would also explain why hyperemesis gravidarum is most frequently encountered in the first trimester (often around 8–12 weeks of gestation), as hCG levels are highest at that time and decline afterward. Another postulated cause of HG is an increase in maternal levels of estrogens (decreasing intestinal motility and gastric emptying leading to nausea/vomiting).
Posted on: Thu, 25 Sep 2014 16:36:19 +0000
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