Summary
A woman named Chloe from Wales experienced severe sickness during her pregnancies due to a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). She faced challenges accessing medication for her condition and is considering sterilization to avoid future pregnancies. A local politician is advocating for better access to the necessary medication in Wales.
Key Facts
- Chloe, a 26-year-old from Newport, Wales, experienced severe pregnancy sickness caused by hyperemesis gravidarum (HG).
- HG leads to extreme nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, requiring hospital treatment in some cases.
- The medication Xonvea, used to treat HG, is not easily accessible in Wales, prompting a politician to call for improvements.
- Chloe was able to access Xonvea after an ectopic pregnancy scare, which improved her condition and allowed her to cancel a planned termination.
- Chloe is considering sterilization to avoid experiencing the sickness again in future pregnancies.
- HG affects about 1 to 3 out of every 100 pregnant women, and symptoms include severe nausea, vomiting, dehydration, and weight loss.
- The Welsh government allows prescriptions of Xonvea in some cases when other treatments fail.
- 223 prescriptions for Xonvea were issued in Wales by 103 GP practices in October, costing £28.50 per box.
