General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Pregnancy nausea can occur throughout the day. Record its duration and how often you vomit over 24 hours.
Describe what you can eat and drink, weight changes and activities you cannot manage. This helps assess severity.
Persistent vomiting, weight loss, dry mouth, intense thirst or difficulty drinking require prompt advice from your doctor or midwife.
Ameli’s PUQE questionnaire helps describe symptoms. A score of 13 or more requires urgent assessment.
For mild symptoms, try smaller, frequent meals and enough water. Seek medical advice before anti-nausea medicines and do not use essential oils during pregnancy.
The clinician decides on tests and treatment; severe hyperemesis may require hospital care. Mon bilan prévention does not replace assessment.
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