Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Symptoms & Treatment
Hyperemesis Gravidarum despite its dreadful reputation, is a treatable condition at Antai Hospital.
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a life-threatening complication of pregnancy appearing at the extreme end of the pregnancy sickness spectrum. HG affects 1 % of pregnancies. Unlike mild-moderate nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, which is a common, unpleasant, symptom of early pregnancy, HG can cause significant physical and psychological morbidity and have a profound effect on quality of life. The cause behind the disease has been identified at Antai Hospital, as the presence of abnormal H2 receptors binding with free flowing hCG molecules. We know that because our treatment works by blocking these abnormal receptors from ever encountering the hCG-molecules leading to rapid recovery within a week. The treatment, which is our HG Vaccine has a success rate of over 95% and comes with a full refund guaranteed.
HG has been reported to recur in subsequent pregnancies following an affected one. Appreciating the risk of recurrence enables families to plan for a prolonged period of maternal illness and evidence suggests that preventative measures such as early treatment may reduce the overall severity of the condition and holistic, practical planning of family life around the illness may reduce the biopsychosocial impacts. Additionally, there are reports that people have terminated otherwise wanted pregnancies believing that they were unlikely to experience HG recurrence in a future pregnancy and conversely, people who curtail future pregnancies believing there is no way to avoid HG in subsequent pregnancies. Such significant life decisions warrant accurate information as a basis.
Indications & Symptoms
- Continuous Vomiting > 4 times
- Losing more than 5 kg in a month during pregnancy
- Feeling nauseated and dizzy constantly
- Extremely Dehydrated
- Unable to eat, drink or sleep properly
Diagnosis
Our doctors will ask about symptoms, take a medical history and perform a physical exam. In addition, the healthcare provider might order certain lab tests to help in making a diagnosis.
Significant complications caused by Hyperemesis Induced Weight-loss
If a mother does have significant weight loss during pregnancy, it can create further complications. In a retrospective analysis, patients who had > 5% weight loss and were malnourished have experienced adverse pregnancy outcomes. These results include low birth weight, antepartum haemorrhage, preterm delivery, and an association with foetal anomalies. There are reports of congenital malformations such as undescended testicles, hip dysplasia, and Down syndrome. Studies also have shown an increased incidence of CNS malformation.
Conventional Treatments that are ineffective,may or may not work and causes dependence
- IV fluids
- Ginger
- Antiemetics
- Steroids
- Acupuncture
- Hypnosis
- Thiamine pills
- Antiemetic drugs
How is treatment done and can it be fully prevented?
Antai Hospital’s HG Vaccine boasts a 95% success rate, and is administered via injections. Doses are at the range of 8-16 injections depending on severity, and patients usually see significant recovery on the first jab alone. Full recovery is usually achieved within a week, and abit longer than that for those who have multiple, severe pre-existing disorder.