Patient's question:
[Previously, pregnancy didn't cause any adverse reactions, but this time I'm experiencing morning sickness with no appetite, not wanting to eat anything, vomiting everything I do eat, and it's all dry heaves without anything coming out. I often vomit even when I'm sleeping, and I always feel stomach pain. Even when I eat something, it still hurts. What can I do? Medical history and effectiveness of treatment: I haven't been treated before. What kind of help do I need: What methods can effectively relieve this?]Doctor's answer:
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that morning sickness is closely related to the "Spleen" and "Liver" in the viscera. After a woman becomes pregnant, qi and blood gather in the uterus to nourish the fetus. Due to the increased vitality of the Chong Mai, it may ascend and invade the stomach, causing the stomach to lose its harmonious descent and leading to nausea and vomiting. This effect is more pronounced in individuals with a weak Spleen and stomach. Additionally, those who are naturally prone to depression and stress, and who easily develop liver stagnation turning into fire, may experience morning sickness. During pregnancy, when blood gathers to nourish the fetus, the liver's yin and blood become relatively deficient, unable to suppress the liver fire, which may then lead to severe morning sickness.To alleviate symptoms, it is recommended to start with dietary and emotional adjustments. In terms of diet, pregnant women should follow a light, small-meal, and well-balanced approach, avoiding excessive fullness or hunger. Drinking water should also be done in small, frequent amounts to reduce the burden on the Spleen and stomach. Furthermore, it is crucial to avoid overly warming or drying foods, as these may cause fetal movement disturbances or even miscarriage.