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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Patient Comfort Measures

Women with hyperemesis are very miserable and deserve to be treated with great compassion. Extra measures taken to give her comfort are beneficial both physically and psychologically.

Make sure that intravenous fluids are warmed before administration to avoid discomfort and calorie loss due to shivering.
Offer warmed blankets and a bed (v. reclining chair).
If multiple sticks are required for an IV, use Lidocaine and utilize most skilled personnel to avoid scarring. Remember: Most HG patients require multiple admissions for each pregnancy!
Give antiemetics and vitamins PO, IV or PR, avoid IM injections due to muscle atrophy and discomfort.
Minimize noise and odors, as well as interruptions to her rest.
Order a PT consult for education on progressive exercise to minimize atrophy. Remember: This patient will soon have an infant(s) that will require a lot of lifting and care - atrophy will impair her significantly, thus requiring more assistance!
Keep stimuli to a minimum (light, noise, odors, interruptions) and room temperature comfortable for patient.
Daily weights are not necessary for most patients during an extended stay. Consider qod weights.
Offer her the chance to express her feelings in an atmosphere of compassion and empathy.
Take her complaints seriously and do all you can to help her cope with the misery, stress, and discomfort.

Updated on: Mar. 24, 2010

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