(HealthDay News) -- Morning sickness, characterized by nausea
and vomiting during pregnancy, can cause malnutrition for the
mother and the developing baby if it's severe enough.
The Nemours Foundation says possible complications of severe
morning sickness may include:
- Weight loss for the mother.
- Dehydration and an imbalance of electrolytes for the
mother.
- Fetal organ failure.
- Premature delivery.
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