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Hyperemesis Gravidarum

✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Elena Vasquez, MD, FAAP, Board-certified pediatrician & medical reviewer
🕒Last reviewed June 2026

Q: What is hyperemesis gravidarum?

Severe, persistent pregnancy vomiting beyond normal morning sickness — it can cause dehydration and needs treatment.

Common symptoms

  • Constant vomiting
  • Weight loss
  • Dehydration
  • Dizziness

Severe, persistent pregnancy vomiting beyond normal morning sickness — it can cause dehydration and needs treatment. If you’re concerned, talk with your healthcare provider — this overview is for education only.

Frequently asked

What is hyperemesis gravidarum?+

Severe, persistent pregnancy vomiting beyond normal morning sickness — it can cause dehydration and needs treatment.

What are the symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum?+

Common signs include constant vomiting, weight loss, dehydration, dizziness. Symptoms vary between children, and not every child has all of them.

When should I see a doctor about hyperemesis gravidarum?+

Contact your pediatrician if symptoms are severe, worsening, or not improving, if your child seems very unwell, or any time you’re worried — trust your instincts. For any fever in a baby under 3 months, trouble breathing, a stiff neck, a non-blanching rash, severe dehydration, or a baby who is very hard to wake, seek urgent care. This overview is educational and not a substitute for medical advice.

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  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ↗

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  • March of Dimes ↗

    Pregnancy and newborn health education

  • US Food and Drug Administration ↗

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Fact-checked by Dr. Elena Vasquez, MD, FAAP (Board-certified pediatrician & medical reviewer)

This information is for education only and isn't medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.