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Hyperemesis gravidarum

Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a pregnancy complication that is characterized by severe , vomiting, weight loss, and possibly . Feeling faint may also occur. It is considered a more severe form of morning sickness. Symptoms often get better after the 20th week of pregnancy but may last the entire pregnancy duration.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

· and vomiting such that weight loss and occur

Causes — why it happens

·Unknown. New research (late 2023) indicates an elevated level of one specific .

How it's found

·Based on symptoms

Treatment

·Drinking fluids, bland diet, fluids

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