Durga Shah

It's just melasma, completely hormonal, and yes, it does go away for most women after delivery. Don't waste money on harsh chemical peel treatments now. Just use a safe mineral sunscreen and be patient.

In my case, my food aversions lasted quite long and I had severe vomiting which led to dehydration. Since I had a high-risk pregnancy, my doctor had to give me IV fluids. If your aversions are preventing you from drinking water, please check with your gynac immediately.

To protect your liver, always drink boiled or filtered water, and avoid eating street food. Keep your meals simple, less oily, and very hygienic.

Drink plenty of water and lie down on your left side, as sometimes it's just gas. But if the pain is severe or accompanied by bleeding, please go to the hospital right away.

I completely understand how hard it is to wait, the anxiety can make you feel so restless. But morning urine is really the best for accurate results. If you still decide to test tonight and get a negative, please don't lose hope—just try again first thing tomorrow morning.