Enter Your Condition:

Jump to:  A   |   B   |   C   |   D   |   E   |   F   |   G   |   H   |   I   |   J   |   K   |   L   |   M   |   N   |   O   |   P   |   Q   |   R   |   S   |   T   |   U   |   V   |   W   |   X   |   Y

Health Tip: Understanding Morning Sickness

(HealthDay News) -- Morning sickness, characterized by nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, can cause malnutrition for the mother and the developing baby if it's severe enough.

The Nemours Foundation says possible complications of severe morning sickness may include:

  • Weight loss for the mother.

  • Dehydration and an imbalance of electrolytes for the mother.

  • Fetal organ failure.

  • Premature delivery.

Reviewed Date: --

This content was reviewed by Mid-Atlantic Womens Care, PLC. Please visit their site to find an Mid-Atlantic Womens Care obstetrician.

Helpful Information
Mid-Atlantic Womens's Care
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition (CSG)
Orhan Atay, MD
Candice Gabriel, MD
Michael Konikoff, MD
V. Marc Tsou, MD
Lauren Willis, MD
Nancy Yokois, MD
Health Tips
Sound Advice for a Healthful Pregnancy
Quizzes
Healthy Pregnancy Quiz
Diseases & Conditions
Digestive and Liver Disorders Overview
Hyperthyroidism in Pregnancy
Maternal and Fetal Infections Overview
Maternal and Fetal Testing Overview
Migraine Headache
Neurological Conditions and Pregnancy
Preconception Care
Pregnancy and Medical Conditions
Risk Factors
Sickle Cell Disease and Pregnancy
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE, or Lupus) and Pregnancy
Teratogens Overview
The Lungs in Pregnancy
Thyroid Conditions
Varicella and Pregnancy
Disclaimer: This information is not intended to substitute or replace the professional medical advice you receive from your child's physician. The content provided on this page is for informational purposes only, and was not designed to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Please consult your child's physician with any questions or concerns you may have regarding a medical condition.