Morning sickness

What is nausea/vomiting in pregnancy❓

 Most women feel sick or vomit in early pregnancy 🤮

 Risk factors:

 Hormonal pregnancy changes 🤰

 Lifestyle factors

 Runs in family 👪

 First pregnancy 🤰

What are the symptoms for nausea/vomiting in pregnancy❓

 Nausea and vomiting can happen anytime during the day 🤮

How do you diagnose nausea/vomiting in pregnancy❓

 Having classical symptoms

 Urine test to look for ketones – this can be harmful if in large amounts 💧

How do you treat nausea/vomiting in pregnancy❓

 Anti-sickness medication 💊

 Lifestyle/diet changes (e.g. ginger, fluids intake) 🍕

 Hospital care if the above two does not help – to prevent dehydration 🏨

Why should I worry about nausea/vomiting in pregnancy❓

 This can affect:

 Quality of life

 Weight loss and dehydration