vomiting

Sudden Onset Vomiting and Diarrhea Causes and Dangers

We have all experienced food poisoning or the stomach flu at some point in our lives. Symptoms can arise suddenly and be very severe. From nausea that intensifies within minutes to violent bouts of vomiting and explosive diarrhea, these symptoms are not uncommon with food poisoning or the stomach >> Read More ...

Stomach Flu (Bug) Causes, Duration, Symptoms, Treatment

Every person is affected by the stomach flu at some time in life. It tends to be more common among children but adults are also at risk.This type of flu is known as viral gastroenteritis. It is caused by a virus which is one type of ‘bug’. However, there are other stomach bugs apart from viruses that can also cause >> Read More ...

Baby Vomiting Causes (After Feeding, With and Without Diarrhea)

Babies tend to frequently regurgitate after meals (possetting). Vomiting itself is more forceful and should not be taken lightly as it may be due to some underlying problem. A single episode of vomiting is not a cause for concern. However, if vomiting is persistent or occurs in frequent episodes (recurrent) then it must be >> Read More ...

Vomiting Dangers, Complications and How To Prevent It

Vomiting is the body’s natural mechanism for getting rid of harmful substances and irritants in the upper gut (esophagus, stomach and upper part of the small intestine). It can even be a life-saving mechanism when a person consumes poisonous substances that could result in death. However, vomiting can sometimes be >> Read More ...

Alcohol-Related Vomiting Causes, Remedies, Treatment

It is not uncommon for vomiting to occur with excessive alcohol intake, especially in a person who is not accustomed to consuming alcohol. Often it is a minor problem that just requires bed rest and plenty of fluids. Sometimes it can be a sign of a very serious underlying problem that culminate in >> Read More ...

Coughing Up Vomit and Digested Food Causes

Coughing and vomiting are two different process, with coughing involving the respiratory tract while vomiting originates in the digestive tract. However, it is possible for one to trigger or cause the other. Sometimes the same irritant that causes the coughing can also lead to vomiting, and while separate processes it may >> Read More ...

Vomiting After Eating Food (Meals) Causes Acute and Chronic

Vomiting is an unpleasant experience that most of us would prefer to avoid altogether. But it is a common mechanism by which the body rids the upper digestive tract of any irritants. The problem arises when food is vomited repeatedly after a meal. This compromises the body’s nutritional status affects one’s >> Read More ...

How to Rehydrate for Diarrhea and Vomiting Fluid Loss

Dehydration is a serious complication of fluid loss associated with vomiting and/or diarrhea. In fact dehydration can lead to death. It is one of the main complications associated with vomiting and diarrhea and one of the primary reasons for fatal outcomes with these conditions, particularly in children. In the large >> Read More ...

10 Nausea Remedies, Foods And Drinks For Quick Relief

Nausea is a common symptom that is present in a wide range of conditions. It is a feeling of wanting to vomit or being ‘sick in the stomach’ as is commonly described. Most of us think that nausea is related to problems with digestive tract. While digestive conditions do account for vast majority of nausea >> Read More ...

Simple Ways To Remedy Motion Sickness

The odd bout of motion sickness may affect all of us. But people who suffer with this condition may actually dread traveling. There are varying degrees of motion sickness. Some people will only experience it on a plane or boat trip, while others may have to contend with it even on a short drive around the corner. Motion >> Read More ...
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