What is hyperemesis gravidarum? How to prevent hyperemesis gravidarum

　　Mothers in the early stages of pregnancy will experience varying degrees of pregnancy reactions. Depending on the individual's physique, the degree of occurrence varies from person to person. A few pregnant women have severe pregnancy reactions, frequent nausea and vomiting, and are unable to eat, which affects the body healthy , this is hyperemesis gravidarum. So why does hyperemesis gravidarum occur? How to prevent it?

　　What is hyperemesis gravidarum?

　　Pregnancy reactions generally disappear naturally around 12 weeks of pregnancy, do not affect health, and do not require treatment. However, there are also a few pregnant women who have frequent nausea and vomiting, and the vomit is even mixed with bile or blood, causing dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. At this time, the pregnancy reaction developed into a morbid condition and the patient was diagnosed as hyperemesis gravidarum. clinical The test mainly shows positive urine ketone bodies. This is because pregnant women cannot eat for a long time and are in a state of starvation. The body uses fat metabolism to provide energy, leading to the accumulation of ketone bodies, the intermediate products of fat metabolism, causing metabolic acidosis and the appearance of ketone bodies in the urine. The patient will appear noticeably thin, thirsty, skin and dryness of oral mucosa and decreased urine output. If the disease continues to progress, liver and kidney function damage will occur and manifest as jaundice, elevated blood transaminase, increased blood urea nitrogen and muscle contraction, decreased urine output, and even anuria, proteinuria, and cast urine. At this time, you need to be hospitalized for rehydration treatment to correct electrolyte imbalance in time.

　　What are the symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum?

　　Severe nausea and vomiting, dizziness, and anorexia may occur around the 6th week of pregnancy. The patient may vomit immediately after eating, or may vomit after eating. The vomitus may be bile, clear water, or blood streaks. Over time, dehydration and metabolic acidosis will appear, manifested as weight loss, weight loss, dry and cracked lips, sunken eye sockets, skin loss of elasticity, reduced urine output, deep and rapid breathing, and a vinegar and ketone smell. In severe cases, the pulse rate increases, the body temperature increases, and the blood pressure decreases. When liver and kidney function are affected, jaundice and proteinuria may occur. In some cases, there may be bleeding under the eyes and the patient may become confused or drowsy.

　　Physical examination shows listlessness and weight loss. In severe cases, decreased blood pressure, elevated body temperature, jaundice, drowsiness and coma may be seen. Gynecology Examination shows that the vaginal wall and Uterus The neck becomes soft and discolored, and the uterus is enlarged in line with the month of menopause. It is soft and full.

　　How is hyperemesis gravidarum treated?

　　1. Relaxation is more important than anything else. If the psychological pressure is too great, pregnancy reactions will be more serious. Expectant mothers should understand the cause of the disease, ease their emotions, and relieve their worries.

　　2. Eat small meals frequently during pregnancy reaction. Drink more water and eat more vitamin-rich foods.

　　3. Appropriate use of traditional Chinese medicine can be used to regulate Qi and neutralize Qi, lower Qi and stop vomiting.

　　4. Those with water and electrolyte metabolism disorders or acidosis should fast first and receive daily intravenous infusion. Grape Sugar solution and glucose saline, while supplementing potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B6, and intramuscular injection of vitamin B1.

　　Can hyperemesis gravidarum be prevented?

　　1. Maintain emotional stability and comfort.

　　2. Try to make the room as clean, quiet and comfortable as possible. Avoid odor irritation. After vomiting, the vomitus should be removed immediately to avoid malignant stimulation, and the mouth should be rinsed with warm water to keep the mouth clean.

　　3. Pay attention to dietary hygiene. The diet should be relatively high in nutritional value and easy to digest. You can take the approach of eating smaller meals more frequently.

　　4. To prevent dehydration, you should maintain your daily fluid intake. It is advisable to eat more fruits such as watermelon, raw pears, and sugar cane.

　　5. Those with severe vomiting must stay in bed.

　　6. Keep the stool smooth.

　　7. For those with severe vomiting, you can take a piece of ginger in your mouth before eating to temporarily stop vomiting. (Reference website: Pacific Fashion Network)