Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Nausea and vomiting

Nausea and vomiting are otherwise called as Emesis, Stomach upset, Vomiting, Upset stomach.

Vomiting is a forceful act consummated by a stern, downward tightening of the diaphragm. Simultaneously, the abdominal muscles stiffen against a stress-free stomach with an open sphincter. The contents of the stomach are push up and out. You may have more saliva a minute ago previous to vomiting. Vomiting is regular. Almost all children will vomit a number of times in their childhood. Generally, it is because of a viral gastrointestinal illness. In general, nausea and vomiting do not need urgent medical attention. But, if the symptoms maintain for days, they are cruel, or you cannot remain down any food or fluids, you may have a more severe state.

The subsequent are possible reason of vomiting:


* Seasickness or motion sickness

* Bulimia

* Alcoholism

* Food poisoning

* Food allergies

* Brain tumors

* Chemotherapy in cancer patients

* Migraine headaches

* Morning sickness during pregnancy

* Viral infections

* Medications

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