Morning sickness

A condition consisting of a group of symptoms including feelings of nauseousness and vomiting shortly after awakening in the morning and associated with early pregnancy.


Nausea and vomiting experienced by women in the early stages of pregnancy when they get up in the morning.


Nausea and vomiting that often accompany the early months of pregnancy.


Nausea and vomiting that is a common occurrence in pregnancy, usually occurring in the morning but sometimes at other times during the day; it often disappears after the first 3 or 4 months of pregnancy. Symptomatic relief is often provided by not allowing the stomach to be empty and eating small, frequent meals.


A common set of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and food and smell aversions, that affect many pregnant women during the first trimester, usually in the mornings, although they can occur at any time of day. For some women, morning sickness lasts throughout the pregnancy. Morning sickness becomes a serious problem if a woman is unable to keep food or fluids down and begins to lose weight or become dehydrated, in which case hospitalization or hydration and medication may be needed.


Nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy. In some women the symptoms disappear if a small amount food is eaten before rising in the morning.


The nausea and vomiting that affects many women during the first few months of pregnancy. The condition typically starts about 4 to 6 weeks after conception, peaks in incidence and severity between 8 and 11 weeks, and subsides spontaneously between 12 and 16 weeks of gestation. Occurring in 50% to 88% of pregnancies, nausea is the most common complaint in the first trimester; it probably is caused by the high level of human chorionic gonadotropin, low blood sugars related to fasting while asleep, and altered carbohydrate metabolism.


Attacks of nausea that may occur during pregnancy, usually during the first trimester.


Nausea and vomiting that occur on rising in the morning, especially during the early months of pregnancy.


The queasiness experienced by expectant mothers, typically occurring in the initial trimester but possibly persisting throughout pregnancy. To alleviate this condition, a straightforward sedative or consuming dry toast before rising in the morning can be helpful. If these approaches prove ineffective, several doctors recommend Ancoloxin tablets or one of the various available antiemetic tablets. In certain instances, antihistamine tablets like Anthisan and Benadryl are also effective.


 


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