Diseases

nausea in pregnancy

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Overview

Nausea, with or without vomiting, is common in pregnancy. Morning sickness is often brought on by smelling certain odors or eating certain foods. Morning sickness is most common during the first three months of pregnancy. It typically starts before nine weeks.

Symptoms

  • morning sickness is most common during the first three months of pregnancy.
  • it typically starts before nine weeks.
  • symptoms usually improve by the middle or end of the second three months

Causes

  • the cause of morning sickness is not known. hormone changes might play a role.

Risk factors

  • had nausea or vomiting from other causes before becoming pregnant
  • had morning sickness during a prior pregnancy
  • are pregnant with twins or other multiples

Diagnosis

  • medical history
  • signs and symptoms.

Medicines used

Frequently asked questions

What is nausea in pregnancy?

Nausea, with or without vomiting, is common in pregnancy. Morning sickness is often brought on by smelling certain odors or eating certain foods. Morning sickness is most common during the first three months of pregnancy. It typically starts before nine weeks.

What are the symptoms of nausea in pregnancy?

morning sickness is most common during the first three months of pregnancy., it typically starts before nine weeks., symptoms usually improve by the middle or end of the second three months

What causes nausea in pregnancy?

the cause of morning sickness is not known. hormone changes might play a role.

Which medicines are used for nausea in pregnancy?

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