The Effect of Lemongrass Aromatherapy on The Frequency of Gravidarum Emesis in The Obstetrics and Gynecology Polycle of Dr. R. M. Djoelham Binjai Hospital in 2024

Authors

  • Aisyah Universitas Putra Abadi Langkat
  • Juliati Universitas Putra Abadi Langkat
  • Senina Universitas Putra Abadi Langkat

Keywords:

Lemongrass Aromatherapy, Emesis Gravidarum, Pregnant Women References

Abstract

Emesis gravidarum, or nausea and vomiting during the first trimester of pregnancy, is a common complaint experienced by the majority of pregnant women. Approximately 70– 80% of pregnant women encounter this condition, which can lead to decreased appetite, sleep disturbances, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and even weight loss. One promising non-pharmacological method is aromatherapy using lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), known for its calming, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties. The citral content in lemongrass is believed to help stabilize the digestive system and reduce nausea. This study aims to determine the effect of lemongrass aromatherapy on the frequency of emesis gravidarum in first-trimester pregnant women. The study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The sample consisted of first-trimester pregnant women experiencing nausea and vomiting. Data were collected through direct observation of the frequency of nausea and vomiting before and after the intervention. The intervention was given in the form of inhaled lemongrass aromatherapy over several days. Data analysis used the paired sample t-test. The results showed that the average frequency of emesis gravidarum before the aromatherapy intervention was 5.99 (SD 0.728), which decreased to 2.75 (SD 0.628) after the intervention. Statistical analysis using the paired sample t-test showed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant difference before and after the intervention. In conclusion, lemongrass aromatherapy is proven effective in reducing the frequency of emesis gravidarum and can be recommended as a supportive non-pharmacological therapy in holistic antenatal care.

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2025-10-27

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