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A 27-year-old female asked:

How could i prevent hyperemesis gravidarum from happening again in my next pregnancy coz i had to lose my first baby due to difficulty of symptoms?

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Dr. Timothy Brown
Obstetrics and Gynecology 42 years experience
Not preventable: Unfortunately, you have no control over whether your get it and how severe it may be in a future pregnancy. If necessary, home care is usually possible with iv's and anti-emetic pumps until you get through the first trimester.
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Last updated Jul 26, 2013

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