Determinining the PUQE* score

The PUQE* score (*Pregnancy-Unique Quantification of Emesis and Nausea) helps to assess the severity of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It can also be used to monitor changes in symptoms over time.

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Question 1/3

How long do you feel nauseous or "queasy" on an average day/in the last 24 hours?

Not at all 1 hour or less 2 to 3 hours 4 to 6 hours More than 6 hours

Question 2/3

How many times do you vomit on an average day/in the last 24 hours?

Not at all 1 to 2 times 3 to 4 times 5 to 6 times 7 times or more

Question 3/3

How often do you gag or burp without vomiting on an average day/in the last 24 hours?

Not at all 1 to 2 times 3 to 4 times 5 to 6 times 7 times or more

Common symptoms

Common symptoms include: a queasy feeling in the stomach accompanied by nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, circulatory problems, but also food cravings.

Morning sickness

Morning sickness often occurs in the morning, hence the name. However, it can also occur during the day or, rarely, at night. The term is therefore somewhat misleading.

Nausea by trimester

Onset: Usually between the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy. Peak: Around the 10th week. Improvement: Often after the first trimester (approx. weeks 14 to 16). In about 10% of women, it can last until birth.