Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day 2023: Hyperemesis Gravidarum Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day is observed annually on 15 May to raise awareness of this pregnancy complication. Hyperemesis gravidarum (H.G.) is frequently mistaken for morning sickness. The symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum, nausea and vomiting, are more severe than those of morning sickness, which can result in dehydration and weight loss. H.G. is a potentially fatal condition that affects 1% of pregnancies. H.G. Awareness Day seeks to develop a larger community for H.G. survivors, in addition to increasing awareness of this pregnancy complication.
HISTORY OF HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM AWARENESS DAY
The first Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day was conducted on May 15, 2012 by the HER Foundation. The HER Foundation is a non-profit organisation that was founded in 2003 by H.G. survivors Kimber Wakefield MacGibbon, Ann Marie King, and Jeremy King. In 2000, MacGibbon launched the first exhaustive website dedicated to assisting women with H.G. and those who have survived the disease. The HER Foundation has the most comprehensive H.G.-related website. The HER Foundation offers assistance, advocacy, research, and education to all women afflicted with H.G.
It is believed that hyperemesis gravidarum is the primary cause of hospitalisation in early pregnancy. It is defined as a potentially fatal complication of pregnancy. H.G. symptoms include more severe nausea and vomiting compared to those of morning sickness. Additionally, H.G. can cause dehydration, weight loss, malnutrition, and even long-term health problems in mothers and infants. There is a good chance that both the mother and the infant will be healthier if they receive prompt medical care to alleviate symptoms and prevent malnutrition. Otherwise, H.G. can cause preterm labour.
There are early indications that a woman has developed H.G. Common symptoms include a two-pound weekly weight loss, recurrent ketosis, frequent and/or severe nausea and/or vomiting, dehydration, extreme fatigue, and inability to function. Dietary therapy, intravenous fluids, bed rest, and medications are the most effective treatments for H.G. As each woman responds differently to treatment, it may be necessary to administer multiple medications. Recovery from H.G. typically takes between four and six months. However, if the H.G. was severe and prolonged due to malnutrition, recovery could take several years.
HOW TO OBSERVE HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM AWARENESS DAY
Spread the word.
Spread the word about Hyperemesis Gravidarum Day so that more people can learn about H.G. The information about hyperemesis gravidarum will be beneficial if a family member or friend experiences it during pregnancy.
Tell your story
Today is the day for H.G. survivors to share their experiences with other H.G. survivors. Visit the website of the HER Foundation to get involved.
Support the institution
The HER Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to assisting women with H.G. and those who have survived the disease. You may wish to make a contribution through this foundation to aid H.G.-afflicted mothers.
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5 FACTS ABOUT HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM THAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
It is more prevalent in the first pregnancy.
H.G. is more prevalent in first pregnancies, and the risk may decrease after the age of 35.
Extreme H.G. can result in mortality.
In women, more severe H.G. can cause pneumothorax, Wernicke’s encephalopathy, and even mortality.
Risk of developmental disorders in high-risk infants
If H.G. mothers are not effectively treated, their infants face a 3,6-fold increased risk of emotional or behavioural disorders and autism.
18% of H.G. mothers suffer from PTS.
It is estimated that 18% of women with hysterical gynaecology meet all criteria for post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS).
It can lead to pregnancy loss
Women with H.G. are 33 percent more likely to miscarry.
WHY HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM AWARENESS DAY IS IMPORTANT
It elevates consciousness
H.G. is frequently mistaken for morning sickness. Therefore, Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day is an opportunity to bring attention to H.G., its symptoms, and its treatments.
Women helping other women
Both founding members of the HER Foundation are H.G. survivors. The day is the appropriate time for all H.G. survivors to share their experiences so that other women who are battling H.G. can receive support.
H.G. is sincere
H.G. can cause severe issues and even mortality. More people must be educated about hyperemesis gravidarum so that pregnant women suffering from it can be treated promptly and adequately to prevent them from developing a more severe form of the condition.
HYPEREMESIS GRAVIDARUM AWARENESS DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | May 15 | Monday |
| 2024 | May 15 | Wednesday |
| 2025 | May 15 | Thursday |
| 2026 | May 15 | Friday |
| 2027 | May 15 | Saturday |
