Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi has bravely opened up about her devastating struggle with Hyperemesis gravidarum.
Explainer: Hyperemesis gravidarum is a severe and debilitating condition characterized by extreme nausea and vomiting.
Her revelation comes in the wake of the tragic death of Jess Cronshaw, a woman who lost her life to the same condition after being left bedridden by the extreme morning sickness.
Taking to her Instagram story, Adesua expressed her deep frustration and concern that many people fail to grasp the severity of hyperemesis gravidarum. She emphasized that it’s far more than just morning sickness, but a debilitating condition that can drastically impact one’s quality of life, causing weight loss, dehydration, and even hospitalization.
In her words: “When I talk about the seriousnessof hyperemesis gravidarum, people don’t get it and I hate it. I am grateful for my husband, my doctors, family, and friends who rallied around me.
It is not an ordinary morning sickness. It is a serious condition that literally affects the quality of your life”.
Adesua’s personal experience with hyperemesis gravidarum was particularly grueling, as she simultaneously navigated her husband’s cancerous tumor surgery and underwent an emergency C-section. Despite the challenges, she expressed heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support of her loved ones, medical team, and friends, who rallied around her during her darkest moments.