Morning sickness is a common condition in pregnancy characterized by nausea and vomiting usually occurring in the first trimester, though it can happen at any time of day. It affects approximately 70–80% of pregnant women to varying degrees. In most women, symptoms subside by week 12–14, but in some cases (especially in hyperemesis gravidarum), it can persist much longer.

Morning sickness arises from complex physiological and hormonal changes during early pregnancy:

1. Hormonal Changes

• Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG): Rapid rise in hCG levels after implantation is strongly linked to nausea.
• Oestrogen: Increased oestrogen may stimulate the nausea centre in the brain.
• Progesterone: Relaxes smooth muscles, including those of the stomach and oesophagus, slowing digestion and contributing to bloating and nausea.

2. Heightened Sensory Perception: Many women experience heightened smell and taste sensitivity possibly due to hormonal changes which can trigger nausea.

3. Gastrointestinal Sensitivity: The digestive system slows down, contributing to bloating and a feeling of fullness, often mistaken for nausea.

4. Psychological and Evolutionary Factors: The body may use nausea as a protective mechanism to avoid potentially harmful substances (e.g., strong odours) during early foetal development.

 Homeopathic Remedies:

Homeopathy treats individualized symptom patterns so remedies are selected based on the nature of nausea, vomiting, emotional state, and triggers.

1. Nux Vomica: Nausea worse in the morning, after eating, or from stress; irritable and sensitive to odours. Worse after eating, coffee, or mental strain; better with warmth and rest.

2. Sepia Officinalis: Nausea at the smell or sight of food; aversion to fatty food; overwhelmed and indifferent emotionally. Worse in the morning, better after eating small amounts, and with exercise.Pelvic heaviness and chilliness.

3. Ipecacuanha: Persistent nausea without vomiting; or vomiting with no relief.Worse from movement; better lying still.

4. Cocculus Indicus: Nausea from motion (even watching it), from lack of sleep; dizziness; worse on rising. Worse from motion, smell of food; better lying down. Exhaustion and sensitivity to noise.

5. Colchicum Autumnale: Nausea worse from the smell or even thought of food; extreme sensitivity.Worse from odours, especially cooking; better with fresh air. Cannot tolerate food smells.

6. Tabacum: Nausea with cold sweat, pallor, faintness; better with fresh air. Worse with warmth and motion; better in open air and uncovering.

7. Petroleum: Nausea with vomiting in the morning before eating; seasick-like symptoms.Worse riding in a car, cold weather; better from eating.Irritable and feel dizzy.

8. Lacticum Acidum: Morning sickness with sour vomiting and craving for pickles or vinegar. Worse morning, before eating; better lying down.Sour eructation and salivation.

9. Symphoricarpus Racemosus: Severe nausea and vomiting of pregnancy; aversion to all food; nausea worse with movement.

10. Pulsatilla: Nausea from rich or fatty foods; weepy, seeks company; better in fresh air. Worse in a warm room; better with cool air and sympathy.

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