Dr. Joseph Sgroi was talking about Hyperemesis Gravidarum on twitter recently and we chatted (tweeted? Twittered?) about a few different things related to that, so I thought it would be fun to have him on to talk about what he sees in his practice in Melbourne, Australia.

In this episode:

• h.pylori infections
• Urinary tract infections
• High levels of HCG
• Molar pregnancy
• Thyrotoxicosis: Here is an article that explains it better. It's worth getting your thyroid hormone levels checked as being hyper and hypo can cause problems for you and the baby.
• Mutations at the hCG receptors and of the hormone itself, possibly.
• Misfiring could over-stimulate the thyroid
• No tests to predict this, unfortunately.
• Progesterone and Estrogen could also contribute to HG
• Can't smell, can't get HG? (Does anyone have any anecdotes about that?)
• Possible helps: REST, modify foods, acupressure, medication, being proactive, ginger (there are studies, as we know), zinc, hospitalizations
• Important to plan for pregnancy and maximize your health prior. Find out if you have any deficiencies.

To get in touch with Dr. Joseph Sgroi:

Website: http://www.drjoseph.com.au/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJosephSgroi

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJosephSgroi