Hyperemesis Support

[LucindaE]

We need a new thread.

I hope everyone suffering from the Horrors of Hyperemesis will find this thread useful as a source of support and information.

There's no TMI on here - can't be by definition - and nobody should feel ashamed of moaning as much as they feel the need to.

I used to include extracts from MOH's wonderful website
sites.google.com/site/pregnancysicknesssos/
but I think that makes this link less visible so am merely putting the link. The information on this site is invaluable for sufferers, with information about medications, coping strategies, hospital admissions, useful links, advice for family members, and much more.

I would like to thank MOH and Everyone who has given such invaluable support and advice on this and on previous threads.

Remember when you are at your worst, 'This Too Shall Pass'. It really will.

The heat is something else! I am sipping water and trying to eat - the ondansetron keeps me from vomiting but I still feel pretty rough all the time. I am trying to eat as often as I can but am still losing weight. Going to see if I can get some ketostix today to keep an eye on the ketones in case I need to go back for more fluids.

I hit 10wks today...

Chin up, girls!

Jenn and Hafling Welcome, sorry you are suffering horribly, just catching up. Hafling My brains are scrambled today, did you say you needed advice on constipation? I think those jelly suppositaries (spelling spelling affected, too) you can get at Boots help most people (don't tell them you ae pregnant because of silly rules, they use them in hospitals for pegnant women) but and others are even able to drink that dreadful fibregel stuff which is a puke maker without Hyperemesis, but failing that, I have known some go for the awful home enema thing - but that is a last resort. Normally, cocanut ie in a bounty works, but that doesn't bear thinking of on the way up again.
Jess Thanks so much for the message of support. I know you were desperate at one time, and I am so happy that this thread helped a little.
I think the twelve week scan is a landmark for most people. That it went at twelve weeks doesn't mean it wasn't Hyperemesis, as some people are really lucky and it does go really early, I think Narnyl was one this time.
RNJ Like others, I hope you are doing as little as you can.
My sympathies to all suffering in this dreadful heat.
Lucinda
xx

Hello all. Beccadugs, why was he scathing? Has he had chemo? That would make me cross too. I saw my mum go thru it and one of my close friends so other than going thru it myself, i think my experience of it would be quite accurate. But the comment was just a way to try and relate to others how it feels. Perhaps it's too close to the bone for some?

Also tho, i STILL have close friends who are sceptical about how awful i felt, with one constantly telling me that nothing was as bad as having a miscarriage and that i should be grateful to be pregnant. Which of course i was! But it's a completely different experience. And probably not comparable but that's not to undermine the horrificness of HG. I just can't talk to those friends about it because i get so upset with them for being so dismissive. I mentioned yesterday that i wanted to start doing some volunteering or fundraising for HG Support: twitter.com/HGSupportUK and one of my friends was really cynical about it, suggesting that you wouldn't need to fundraise for a charity that's just to raise awareness! now THAT made me angry!!!!

On the green tea note, i find that green tea makes me feel a bit sick if i have it on an empty stomach even NORMALLY let alone preggers, because of the tannins. But everyone's constitutions are different, did you have some? I think sugar in it helps tho if tannins are too strong. As for not having it, i had/have it when i want. I love it iced with honey.

As for keeping cool, has anyone (who has a fan) tried the bowl of ice infront of the fan thing? Apparently this cools the air a bit. Altho i am sure the ice would melt pretty quickly in this heat! And cold flannels on the back of your neck helps! I'll try and think of some more!

ps hi Lucinda!!!

I think he though it was wrong to compare something "natural" with something so grim... I obviously nearly clocked him one.

Today has been a very bad day for me. Have managed to drink approx 5 mouthfuls of liquid, and have vimmed everything I've tried to eat back up again... Still
Waiting for my amazon delivery so we shall see what the ketostix say. Also ordered some sick bags from amazon as have to go to my grandfathers memorial
Service next week and it is at 11am, prime sickness time.

Oh you poor thing. I utterly feel your pain. And having to go to a memorial is sad enough without feeling so horrible. Sending cyber hugs. Xx

Hi ladies

Halfling- I've had the constipation bad due to ondansetron. My doc prescribed me senna, this did nothing. I then tried the glycerol suppository but this didn't help clear me as I'd been constipated for about a week. The fibergel just made me more bunged up as i wasnt able to drink much. He then prescribed me movicol, this was a last resort before the nurse came out with an enema. After 5 sachets of the stuff I was able to go comfortably without any cramping within a few hours. I now only need one every few days.

Hugs to you all xxx

becca- just noticed your post. By the sounds of things you'll probably be really dehydrated and have high ketones by now. Especially in this heat. If I were you I'd call the local maternity department for advice. You'll probably need some IV fluids if your only managing a few sips. I've been there and feel for you xxx

Hi all.

Thanks for the well wishes. I hope everyone gets some relief from the heat soon. Sorry for not name checking - in a bit of a tizz.

I've been admitted. Sudden swelling, my BP almost doubled, spilling 3+ protein... So far, CTG says bump is happy as can be, but my body is failing. Had blood drawn, urine sent for analysis. If BP rises overnight and won't come down, I may be given an EMCS. I'm only 34w. Hopefully back tomorrow with good news, not more bad.

Oh, and as a leaving gift, I was sick on my evil line manager's car! :)

Poor you rnj. At least your in the best place now. Hope you have better news tomorrow. Live the being sick in the car xx

Just have to share a little something. I rented a medical dopler out of curiosity and it arrived this morning. They say you can pick up heartbeat at 12 weeks so thought id give it a go. I was sceptical but waited till I had my full bladder, and just now after lots of fiddling, I found it! It was faint to start with until I found the perfect spot and then i could hear it really clear. I first found my own so as not to be confused. Really excited, can't wait to let hubby hear when he gets home tomorrow.
It makes the sickness feel a little more bearable!!

Oh RNJ you are not having a good time, but so so pleased you are being looked after now, and also pleased that you managed to be sick on evil line manager's car. Well done.

Sally - fab news on the heartbeat. I am glad that it has made the sickness a little more bearable.

Not much to report from my world, 38 + 3 now, and so hoping that my little one makes an appearance soon. I just want to have a day of not being sick. I am permanently exhausted this week and having to have a sleep in the day time. On off contractions and cramps for a week now, so hoping that things get moving pretty quickly, but I guess he will come when ready.

Hugs to everyone who is having a horrid time.

Someone above asked about ondansetron induced constipation - I ordered some cheap glycerol suppositories from amazon which have helped. I know they say not to use in pregnancy, but they let me have them in hospital, and to be honest I figured it was for the best. Still managed to develop piles the past couple of days There really doesn't seem to be a think that HG or its medication overlooks when it comes to completely humiliating side effects.

Well I went out and got ketostix, so I can keep an eye on my ketones. Just realised I forgot to phone for the results of my liver function blood test - duh! Other than that, feeling miserable. Only managed 15 mins at the shops to grab the ketostix and then went home again. Was invited over to friends but couldn't face it.

bleh

Just dashing on to say Becca I so agree with others, I think you probably need to be admitted for fluids by now, poor you.
RNJ Oh no, I'm keeping my fingers crossed it will be OK, this is just what you don't need.
Sally I am so glad you had that boost, lovely.
Hugs to all.
Lucinda
xx

wavesandsmiles Oh no, fingers crossed this misery ends soon.
RNJ I'm glad you treated that car as that line manager deserved. It was accidental, of course
Lucinda
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Thanks for your words Lucinda and everyone. Have just had the out of hours GP here, no ketones (thanks tonic water!!) so had a lovely anti-memetic injection, and another prescription!! It has made me feel a little better though!

RNJ, how horrid for you, lots of virtual hand holding from this end. Does the IV help?!

RNJ Any news?
Becca So glad you got a doctor's visit, so you should...
Champage and Everyone I hope not trapped in the loo this monring...
Lucinda
xx

Good morning lovely ladies. Again, thank you for the support.

It was a choice between his car or the flower bed. I decided the flowers didn't deserve that. Haha! So glad to be done with the place. Onwards and upwards (next year...)

Waiting on doctor now - my bloods and urine are borderline. But my BP has decreased, and no headache or blurred vision. Still contracting, but no cervical change overnight. Still puffy, but it is like a sauna in here, so hoping that is partly to blame! Fingers crossed they let me monitor at home.

Managed some banana on toast this morning! Winner! And over a litre of water since I got woken at 0645 for ins and another CTG. little man is 'exceptionally happy', which is a relief!

I don't know what he injected me with last night, but I feel amazing! I have managed to eat a whole veggie brunch, drink two Capri suns and made it to London and Back! It is starting to wear off now, but so good to have a morning of feeling normal!

I have a new drug to try that you only take at bed time, hopefully this one will work!

Oh no champagne! I have a strategic bucket or large plastic bowl (40p from wilkinsons) in each room so there is never any danger of sick on the floor!

I am now feeling absolutely dreadful. Might ask if try can give me the injection very day... Or possibly whatever it is in pill form.

RNJ I hope they let you home soon.hopefully to get some rest there.
Champagne Oh no, like Becca I used to carry a bowl about the house, but I still got caught out sometimes. Congratulations on being able to discuss dinner every day, that's very stoic.
I hope it is a little cooler in other places today, it's just a bit cooler here.
Lucinda
xx

Becca Sorry you feel bad again. I wonder what it was?
Champagne What meds did you say you are on?
Lucinda
xx

I'm home! In a probation kind of way. I have to go for 2 CTGs and 2BP and urine dips a week on top of consultant, nutritionist and haematology. And physio. My bloods came back more abnormal that normal, but just under the cutoff for staying in. Protein was down to 1+ this morning, so home til Monday now.

Exhausted and sore from needles, but glad to be home with my bucket instead of those sodding emesis basins!!!

Hope everyone is enjoying a slightly cooler day. Magic injection sounds good. Only fancy melon, pineapple and frozen apple slices now. Listening to my husband clearing the garden after doing a third load of washing for me, bless him.

And DD should be home from her play date soon - her bestie's mum insisted I went home for a rest and has a spare booster seat to bring her home. So sweet.

RNJ Good, you need as much rest as you can, and so agree it's less horrible to be sick at home.
Champagne I've just scrolled back, so you're on cyclazine? Remember, there are all sorts of meds they can try else or in combination if it isn't really stopping the puking. Sorry about horrible green sweets experience - I ate some sort of green sweets too when suffering,and have had an aversion to green sweets ever since.
Natale and Everyone I hope no emergency admissions...waves you are on the home stretch now! The pink castle at the end of the horrible hyperemesis experience is in view (I always picture that: I had on old Snakes and Ladders Board as a kid with a pink castle in the clouds as the last square),and we are waiting to greet you with a standng ovation, well deserved.
Hugs to all.
Lucinda
xx