How does severe dehydration from mild hyperemesis gravidarum affect the unborn baby?
Severe dehydration caused by hyperemesis gravidarum can have a number of effects on the unborn baby. If left untreated, it can cause a number of serious problems, including:
• Brain damage
• Kidney damage
• Liver damage
• Death
Dehydration can also cause the baby to be born premature, or with a low birth weight. It is therefore extremely important for women suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum to seek treatment as soon as possible.
If treated early, most of the effects of severe dehydration can be reversed. However, in some cases, the damage may be permanent. Therefore, it is important to seek medical help as soon as possible if you are suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum.
What are the long-term effects of mild hyperemesis gravidarum?
In the vast majority of cases, hyperemesis gravidarum has no long-term effects. For the small number of women who experience very severe symptoms, long-term effects may include weight loss, dehydration, malnutrition, low blood pressure, and electrolyte abnormalities. In rare cases, hyperemesis gravidarum can lead to death.
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