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Hyperemesis Support

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LucindaE · 22/07/2017 20:13

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.

MOH's wonderful website is full of useful information on this illness:
sites.google.com/site/pregnancysicknesssos
Another invaluable website is:
www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk

If you need help in obtaining medication, this phone number is great: 024 7638 2020

Lastly, the NICE guidelines on treatment are useful:
cks.nice.org.uk/nauseavomiting-in-pregnancy#!scenario

I would like to thank 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.

So many women on this thread have thought they couldn't get through this, but they did.

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LucindaE · 10/08/2017 11:29

beanhunter Oh no, that was tactless of me! I am sorry. There have been women on here with the same sort of history, mc's, failed IVF, so perhaps things are not so hopeless as may appear. Thinking of you. I hope you have lots of support in real life during this.

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user1467981169 · 10/08/2017 11:38

Hi everyone,

I'm currently pregnant with my 2nd and just feel absolutely dreadful!
I had terrible hyperemesis with my first pregnancy, admitted twice for fluids and on tablets for the whole pregnancy.
I was hoping this time round would be better, but it's heading down the same path.
I've been throwing everything back up, food, fluids as soon as i try anything. Did go to the doctors a few days ago and he prescribed me Avomine (which I've never had before) and it's knocking me out completely! Also leaving a really horrible taste in my mouth.
My husband works full time and I'm at home looking after my 3 year old and every day just want to cry.
I feel guilty for not having the energy to play with my Son, for not cooking family dinners when my husband gets home but I just can't do it. I'm only 7 weeks pregnant and the thought of this for another 33 weeks is pure hell. I just don't know how I'm going to cope Confused.

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LucindaE · 10/08/2017 12:03

user1467 Welcome. Sorry you are suffering again. Avomine is promethazine, isn't it? Do go back to your doctors and request other meds if you have been taking it for a few days and it isn't working. There are various safe ones they can try. As you are a veteran, I don't need to say my normal spiel about 'have you got kesostix to check for ketones 'and recommending flat full sugar coke and the juice and fruit of tinned fruit, etc. Don't feel guilty ab out LO - they forget this period of comparative neglect and a sibling is a priceless gift. Meanwhile, have you got friends or relatives in the area who could help,or what is the nursery provision like? I get the impression that you suffered throughout the first time? Was there no improvement later on - that is very unlucky.

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LucindaE · 10/08/2017 12:07

Great support from everyone, as ever.
Oklahoma I actually don't know the proportion of women who take them throughout - sorry for my ignorance. I think the more severe cases who suffer throughout and keep on taking the meds unitl the end might be ten or twenty per cent, but that's just a rough guess.

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Minnie1840 · 10/08/2017 12:17

Hi LucindaE,

Yes I suffered pretty much through my whole pregnancy with DS1. It got slightly better in the last few weeks but I was throwing up whilst in labour too.
My son is starting pre School for 2 mornings a week in September so that will help a little bit.
Unfortunately my mum and dad live 4 hours away (they are moving here but not until end of Sept unfortunately) and my mum is a bit cynical. She has the attitude of just get on with it. She had 2 very good pregnancies and isn't the most sympathetic with how I'm feeling which doesn't help.
It is very hard to explain to someone who really hasn't been through it.
She keeps telling me to try and get out the house for some fresh air that will make me feel better. She doesn't really understand how exhausting and debilitating it can be to feel nauseas for 24 hours a day.

Mustang27 · 10/08/2017 13:28

Oh god Minnie I'm on my second too I'm 21 weeks all I can say is it gets better it's likely going to be it's worst for next few weeks so batten down the hatches and ride the shit storm you know oh so well from your first pregnancy.

Do go back to drs and let them know the pills aren't working and try all the handy tips, what you will be able to tolerate will change daily if not hourly Hmm. We are here for you to rant at as there are very few of us have anyone in rl that gets it.

DeadDoorpost · 10/08/2017 16:35

Growth scan was absolutely fine. He didn't play ball again and wouldn't keep still this time so took a while to get a clear picture of the cord for the midwife. But was interesting to see him kick on screen which I haven't seen before.
Sickness also kicked up a gear after travelling in a car for the journey. Luckily I've got home without throwing up but BabyDoor is sat up right under my ribcage apparently so is pushing on everything making me feel sick still. Oh well. Nothing to worry about at least. Just the occasional kick to the boob.

Oklahoma · 10/08/2017 17:02

Oh Bean how utterly crap, shit, bollocks and utter wank. It's so, so unfair. Sending rage and strength and lots of tissues.

Minnie beg, cry and tantrum at your doctor for ondansetron. If you have severe HG which it sounds like you do then it's probably the only drug that will help. Lots of us take a combo of ondansetron during the day and avomine (or similar) at night which helps with sleep and makes mornings marginally more bearable. You will get through the next 33 weeks. Everyone on here was where you are now and the time does pass even if each hour feels like an eternity at the time. My daughter is nearly three and not being able to look after her is so tough but a few months of tv and toast won't do them any harm. I'm choosing to look at it as preparing her for having to share me when the baby arrives. Hang on in there, it is grim but you will get through it

LightTripper · 10/08/2017 17:55

I'm so sorry bean, what a horrible situation to be in, that's so unfair. I really hope something works out for you xxx

blackcherries · 10/08/2017 18:20

Oh bean I'm so sorry, after everything you have been through x

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LucindaE · 10/08/2017 18:37

LightTripper Blackcherries and others, I so agree about the wretched unfairness for beanhunter.
DeadDoorPost Inconsiderate of baby sitting up there- I'm glad the scan went well.
Minnie 'Minnie' was my grandmother's name -good choice. I so agree with ohters that it is a good idea to try and push for Ondansetron - b ut if you do, make sure you ask for a prescription for the constipation which does unfortunately go with it.

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justtheonethen · 10/08/2017 18:55

Are we suggesting lactulose for constipation? Felt like a practice birth earlier Grin

I'm having some ok days and some shit ones. Combo of ondansetron, metoclopromide and ranitidine def helping.

Ameliablue · 10/08/2017 19:43

Was at the doctors today, got some more odansetron and he also prescribed ranitidine. As I took it, I caught the smell of it and promptly threw up. Does anyone else struggle to take it?

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LucindaE · 10/08/2017 20:15

just Goodness Shock
Amelia I have heard that you can get tablet form - might that help?

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Ameliablue · 10/08/2017 20:24

It was a tablet. I'd probably be worse with a liquid.

weasledee · 10/08/2017 20:37

Sorry to hear that Bean, I went through something similar a couple of weeks ago, there are no words...... except I'm really sorry Flowers

Mustang27 · 10/08/2017 20:44

Glad baby is ok and my wee one hung out under my ribs a lot last pregnancy it's bloody sore.

Hi Weasle hope you are doing ok considering circumstances.

Nice to see you back Lucinda

Pippanippa · 10/08/2017 21:10

Bean I'm so sorry about what you're going through, particularly after such a horrible past few years. Weasle hope you are doing ok at the moment.

Welcome back Lucinda and to new people too Smile.

Amelia I take ranitidine in an effervescent tablet form in the morning first thing, it is awful, I really struggle to keep it down, have to follow it up with a chaser of pepsi to get rid of the taste! Not sure I could've managed it a month or so ago, but it does seem to have helped with the amount of vomiting. Never knew it came in tablet form too, could you take it with the liquid you best tolerate (something which might disguise the taste like lucozade)?

Pippanippa · 10/08/2017 21:11

deaddoor glad to hear the scan went well!

weasledee · 10/08/2017 21:20

I'm ok ladies, holiday at the weekend, then return to work and then time to start the ovulation sticks all over again hopefully.... :)
(Just got to get the appointment with the hospital genetics team over with to see what was wrong with baby)

Minnie1840 · 10/08/2017 22:05

Thank you for your support! Just really struggling at the moment. Thought it would be easier this time round as I know what to expect but it's still hit me like a tonne of bricks and isn't any easier at all!
It really helps knowing there are other people who understand. I think I will take a trip back to the docs on Monday and see if I can get some Ondansetron. I stupidly took an Avomine this morning as I woke up and promptly started being sick so I've been knocked out for most of the day!

Mustang27 · 11/08/2017 08:52

It's harder Minnie you have a toddler to look after you can't just take yourself to bed and try and sleep for the first 3 months Sad

Mustang27 · 11/08/2017 08:53

Sorry Weasle meant to add good luck with the genetics team. I'm sure it will not be nice to sit through but this stuff is good to know I'd imagine.

BlueIsYou · 11/08/2017 10:10

So ladies, the interviewers left me waiting 50 minutes above my allocated appointment and weren't very apologetic. And to top it all off... Half hour into waiting, I was sick on my dress Blush

Luckily most of it was on the floor! Bloody Nora, can't believe I'm saying that. It was so embarrassing. The main reception were the discrete etc but needless to say I won't be getting that job Grin

BlueIsYou · 11/08/2017 10:11

weasle good luck with genetics team Flowers

They weren't very helpful with my twins at 16 weeks. They said they weren't sure but it could've been TTT syndrome Sad