Thematic analysis of X (Twitter) users' experiences of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG).

IF 1.2 4区医学 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Women & Health Pub Date : 2024-11-19 DOI:10.1080/03630242.2024.2430693

Corinne Berger, Therese A Rajasekera, Tamar L Gur, Raymond J Spiteri

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Abstract

Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating condition characterized by severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, yet its severity is often misunderstood or underestimated by both the public and healthcare providers. This lack of understanding can lead to misdiagnosis, inadequate treatment, and undue suffering for individuals experiencing HG. This study explores the online discourse surrounding HG to identify key themes related to patient experiences and perceptions. Using the Twint0 application, we collected 5,856 relevant posts from the X social networking site over a 12-month period. A thematic analysis revealed four major themes: (1) misconceptions about severity of symptoms, (2) emotional and psychological toll of HG, (3) experiences with healthcare and treatment, and (4) impact on pregnancy and maternal health. The findings highlight the urgent need for greater awareness and understanding of HG, particularly within healthcare settings, to improve diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, the study emphasizes the importance of patient-centered care and mental health support to address the emotional challenges faced by women with HG.

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对 X（推特）用户孕吐（HG）经历的专题分析。

妊娠剧吐（HG）是一种使人衰弱的疾病，其特征是在怀孕期间出现严重的恶心和呕吐，但其严重性往往被公众和医疗服务提供者误解或低估。这种认识上的不足会导致误诊、治疗不当，并给 HG 患者带来不必要的痛苦。本研究探讨了围绕 HG 的网上讨论，以确定与患者经历和看法相关的关键主题。我们使用 Twint0 应用程序从 X 社交网站上收集了 5856 条相关帖子，历时 12 个月。主题分析揭示了四大主题：（1）对症状严重程度的误解；（2）HG 带来的情感和心理伤害；（3）医疗保健和治疗体验；（4）对怀孕和产妇健康的影响。研究结果突出表明，迫切需要提高对 HG 的认识和了解，尤其是在医疗机构中，以改善诊断和治疗。此外，该研究还强调了以患者为中心的护理和心理健康支持的重要性，以应对 HG 妇女面临的情感挑战。

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