Research on HG's short- and long-term effects is desperately needed and needed now. We need to do more to find a cure for this disease that has such devastating effects on a growing number of soon-to-be mothers.
Congressman Xavier Becerra (CA)
HG forces women to make difficult decisions... the H.E.R. web site is the most comprehensive location to educate oneself to make the best decisions.
Marlena S. Fejzo, PhD USA
HG is a devastating illness and yet so little research has been undertaken into causes and therapies.
Dr. Matthes Seeling, MD
HG is a tremendously debilitating disease that can have life-long consequences. This Web site will provide much needed support to mothers suffering from this disease.
TM Goodwin, MD USA
HG has a devastating personal and family impact and effective management is most important.
Ron Taylor, MD UK
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We receive many e-mails from our site visitors regarding specific questions about their particular situation with HG. In order for us to best answer your questions, it is helpful to know some general information about your present situation and past medical history. This information is not used in any other manner or kept on file. Please answer appropriate questions to the extent you are comfortable. This will help us respond more quickly and thoroughly.

Thank you and we look forward to talking with you! One of our health professionals usually responds within 1 business day or less, depending on the volume of e-mail we receive.

About Your Pregnancy:
1) Are you pregnant with HG for the first time?
 
Yes No
2) How many weeks into your pregnancy are you?
 
weeks.
3) When do you plan to become pregnant?
 
4) When did you terminate your pregnancy?
 
About Your Weight Change:
1) How much weight have you lost?
 
2) Were you over or under weight at conception?
 
Over my normal weight Under my normal weight
3) Have you consulted with a nutritionist?
 
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4) What was your weight before pregnancy?
 
About Your Nutrition/Treatments:
1) Are you on TPN/TPPN?
 
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2) What foods can you eat or NOT eat?
 
3) How many times are you vomiting each day?
 
times per day.
4) Have you had a NG or PEG inserted?
 
Yes No
5) Current Medications & dose (mg) per day:
 
6) Have you been hospitalized?
 
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About Your Health Issues:
1) Do you have any other health issues?
 
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2) Do you have any thyroid dysfunctions or stomach ulcers?
 
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3) What other illnesses have you been tested for related to HG?
 
About Your Concerns:
1) What is your greatest concern?
 
2) Were you able to read the info on our site?
 
3) Who is helping you at home (partner, home health, etc.?
 
4) Are you curently employed full time?
 
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