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			\| name = Morning sickness
			\| image = [[File:Morning_sickness.svg\|alt=Illustration of a pregnant woman experiencing morning sickness]]
			\| caption = Illustration of a pregnant woman experiencing morning sickness
			\| field = [[Obstetrics]]
			\| synonyms = Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP)
			\| symptoms = [[Nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[fatigue]]
			\| onset = First trimester of [[pregnancy]]
			\| duration = Typically resolves by 12-16 weeks of pregnancy
			\| causes = Unknown, possibly related to [[hormonal changes]]
			\| risks = [[Dehydration]], [[weight loss]], [[electrolyte imbalance]]
			\| diagnosis = Based on [[clinical presentation]]
			\| differential = [[Hyperemesis gravidarum]], [[gastroenteritis]], [[peptic ulcer disease]]
			\| treatment = Dietary changes, [[ginger]], [[vitamin B6]], [[antiemetics]]
			\| frequency = Affects up to 70-80% of pregnant women
			}}
	'''Morning sickness''' is a symptom of [[pregnancy]] that involves [[nausea]] or [[vomiting]]. Despite the name, morning sickness can occur at any time during the day or night. It is most common during the first trimester of pregnancy.		'''Morning sickness''' is a symptom of [[pregnancy]] that involves [[nausea]] or [[vomiting]]. Despite the name, morning sickness can occur at any time during the day or night. It is most common during the first trimester of pregnancy.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	The exact cause of morning sickness is unknown. However, it is believed to be caused by a rapid rise in the hormone [[human chorionic gonadotropin]] (hCG), which is produced by the placenta. Other hormones such as [[estrogen]], [[progesterone]], and [[thyroid hormones]] may also contribute to morning sickness.		The exact cause of morning sickness is unknown. However, it is believed to be caused by a rapid rise in the hormone [[human chorionic gonadotropin]] (hCG), which is produced by the placenta. Other hormones such as [[estrogen]], [[progesterone]], and [[thyroid hormones]] may also contribute to morning sickness.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The main symptoms of morning sickness are feelings of nausea, followed by vomiting. The severity of these symptoms can vary from mild to severe. Some women may experience nausea without vomiting. Other symptoms may include a heightened sense of smell and a dislike of certain foods.		The main symptoms of morning sickness are feelings of nausea, followed by vomiting. The severity of these symptoms can vary from mild to severe. Some women may experience nausea without vomiting. Other symptoms may include a heightened sense of smell and a dislike of certain foods.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for morning sickness depends on the severity of the symptoms. Mild cases may be managed with lifestyle changes such as eating smaller, more frequent meals, and avoiding foods and smells that trigger nausea. More severe cases may require medication. Medications used to treat morning sickness include [[antihistamines]], [[anticholinergics]], and [[vitamin B6]].		Treatment for morning sickness depends on the severity of the symptoms. Mild cases may be managed with lifestyle changes such as eating smaller, more frequent meals, and avoiding foods and smells that trigger nausea. More severe cases may require medication. Medications used to treat morning sickness include [[antihistamines]], [[anticholinergics]], and [[vitamin B6]].

	== Prognosis ==		== Prognosis ==
	Morning sickness typically begins around the 6th week of pregnancy and subsides by the 14th week. However, some women may experience morning sickness throughout their entire pregnancy. Morning sickness does not typically pose a risk to the baby. However, severe cases can lead to weight loss and [[dehydration]], which may require hospitalization.		Morning sickness typically begins around the 6th week of pregnancy and subsides by the 14th week. However, some women may experience morning sickness throughout their entire pregnancy. Morning sickness does not typically pose a risk to the baby. However, severe cases can lead to weight loss and [[dehydration]], which may require hospitalization.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Hyperemesis gravidarum]]		* [[Hyperemesis gravidarum]]
	* [[Pregnancy]]		* [[Pregnancy]]
	* [[Nausea]]		* [[Nausea]]

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	[[Category:Obstetrics]]		[[Category:Obstetrics]]
	[[Category:Women's health]]		[[Category:Women's health]]
	[[Category:Pregnancy]]		[[Category:Pregnancy]]

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'''Morning sickness''' is a symptom of [[pregnancy]] that involves [[nausea]] or [[vomiting]]. Despite the name, morning sickness can occur at any time during the day or night. It is most common during the first trimester of pregnancy.

== Causes ==
The exact cause of morning sickness is unknown. However, it is believed to be caused by a rapid rise in the hormone [[human chorionic gonadotropin]] (hCG), which is produced by the placenta. Other hormones such as [[estrogen]], [[progesterone]], and [[thyroid hormones]] may also contribute to morning sickness.

== Symptoms ==
The main symptoms of morning sickness are feelings of nausea, followed by vomiting. The severity of these symptoms can vary from mild to severe. Some women may experience nausea without vomiting. Other symptoms may include a heightened sense of smell and a dislike of certain foods.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for morning sickness depends on the severity of the symptoms. Mild cases may be managed with lifestyle changes such as eating smaller, more frequent meals, and avoiding foods and smells that trigger nausea. More severe cases may require medication. Medications used to treat morning sickness include [[antihistamines]], [[anticholinergics]], and [[vitamin B6]].

== Prognosis ==
Morning sickness typically begins around the 6th week of pregnancy and subsides by the 14th week. However, some women may experience morning sickness throughout their entire pregnancy. Morning sickness does not typically pose a risk to the baby. However, severe cases can lead to weight loss and [[dehydration]], which may require hospitalization.

== See also ==
* [[Hyperemesis gravidarum]]
* [[Pregnancy]]
* [[Nausea]]

[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Digestive system and abdomen]]
[[Category:Obstetrics]]
[[Category:Women's health]]
[[Category:Pregnancy]]

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