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 comprehensice location to educatte 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 termendously 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

Acute Renal Failure

The sudden loss of the kidneys' ability to excrete wastes, concentrate urine, and conserve electrolytes.

Classic Signs: Decreased urine output, fluid retention, changes in mental status or mood, increased blood pressure, ear noise/buzzing, breath odor, fatigue, nausea, vomiting.

Read more at Medline Plus

Offsite Research:

Acute renal failure in association with severe hyperemesis gravidarum.
Hill JB, Yost NP, Wendel GD Jr.
Obstetrics & Gynecology 2002 Nov;100(5 Pt 2):1119-21.

Women with severe hyperemesis gravidarum may be at risk for acute renal failure caused by severe intravascular volume depletion.
 

Updated on: Mar. 24, 2010

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