Medical References

Diseases & Conditions

Women's Health

Mental Health

Men's Health

Medical Web Links

MOL Site Map

Sites

Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
Read more health news

Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Symptoms of HEG are at their peak at 8 to 12 weeks of pregnancy. They usually resolve by the 16th week.

The main symptoms of HEG are severe and long-lasting nausea and vomiting. Other common symptoms include:

ptyalism, which is excess production of saliva

weight loss

fatigue

lightheadedness

fainting, also called syncope

weakness

HEG can also cause the following in some women:

loss of appetite

decreased concentration

depression and acute situational anxiety\ \generalized anxiety disorder\ \ panic disorder \ \ post-traumatic stress disorder \ \phobias\ \ obsessive compulsive disorders \ ',CAPTION,'Anxiety Disorders');" onmouseout="return nd();">anxiety

irritability

mood changes

trouble sleeping

extreme sensitivity to smells

impaired sense of taste

Home • Sitemap • Contact Us • Advertising • Press Room • Give Us Your Feedback • Read Our Terms & Conditions and Our Disclaimer • Privacy Statement