Patient's question:
I've been pregnant for three months, but why have I been vomiting everything I eat these past few days, and also having watery stools? I haven't seen any symptoms before! I'd like to ask the doctor what's going on?Doctor's answer:
The most common cause of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is still infection, with the most common pathogens including Salmonella, Shigella dysentery bacteria, Campylobacter, and viruses. Food poisoning or viral infections in other parts of the body can also lead to nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. The primary treatment for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is appropriate fluid replacement to replenish the fluids and electrolytes lost due to nausea and vomiting, especially potassium ions. It is also necessary to digest the calories lost due to nausea and vomiting while closely monitoring the condition of the fetus to ensure it is doing well and to check for any signs of preterm labor or miscarriage.Advice: If symptoms of nausea and vomiting occur, it is essential to seek immediate medical attention for examination and treatment for the health of both you and the fetus. It is absolutely crucial not to self-medicate, as improper medication can lead to fetal malformations.