O21.1: Hyperemesis gravidarum with metabolic disturbance

Early on in their pregnancy, in particular, many pregnant women feel nauseous or occasionally need to vomit. But some may feel the need to vomit more frequently than normal. This can result in everyday limitations.

In your case, this frequent vomiting is giving you additional problems. For example, you might lose weight or have too little fluid in your body. You may also be taking in too few nutrients and your body’s metabolism may be disturbed.

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