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Vomiting occurs when the contents of the stomach are expelled through the mouth. The feeling of unease and discomfort that is associated with the urge to vomit is called nausea.American College of Gastroenterology: Nausea and Vomiting
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- AKA: EmesisMedicineNet: Definition of Emesis
- May salivate more before vomitingUniversity of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC): Nausea and vomiting - Overview
- Can be voluntary or involuntaryWebMD: Nausea and Vomiting
- Common in childrenUpToDate: Nausea and Vomiting in Infants and Children
- Various stimuli can trigger vomitingMedlinePlus: Considerations
- Antiemetics: Used to inhibit vomiting and nauseaPatientUK: Antiemetics
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Physiology of Vomiting
Vomiting is an automatic reflex reaction that is initiated by the brain in response to chemicals in the blood or impulses from the nervous system. The brain signals the muscles of the abdomen to contract, forcing the contents of the stomach into the esophagus and out through the mouth. In some cases, the emptying of the stomach is preceded by contractions of the small intestines which transfer the contents of the intestines into the stomach before they are vomited out.Colorado State University: Physiology of Vomiting Knowledgerush: Emetology -
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Some conditions causing vomiting may include motion sickness, migraine headaches, morning sickness, gastroenteritis, food poisoning, stomach cancer and bulimia.WrongDiagnosis: Causes of Vomiting -
Treatment
Treatment for vomiting might include medication, as well as dietary restrictions. If the vomiting is prolonged, treatment might also be required to avoid complications such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and esophageal bleeding.Mayo Clinic: Nausea and Vomiting American Academy of Family Physicians: What Types of OTC Drugs Treat Nausea and Vomiting? eMedicineHealth: Self-Care at Home Mayo Clinic: Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome -
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...except Theodore ate 2 days worth of Henry's food in the middle of the nite and spent the entire next day number-twoing & vomiting.
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Ouch! only made it 55 sec before sympathy pain RT @michaelbanovsky I could only make it 35 seconds in before vomiting: http://bit.ly/3RGLSO
@1crazycanuck | November 09, 2009 01:21 AM -
RT @Linny_Buck: <----- VOMITING HERE!!! ROFLMAO RT @babbsaroni: @kimberlyfarraj Ok..Your Highness...Queen SmartyPants. :) #JEALOUS
@kimberlyfarraj | November 09, 2009 01:19 AM -
<----- VOMITING HERE!!! ROFLMAO RT @babbsaroni: @kimberlyfarraj Ok..Your Highness...Queen SmartyPants. :)
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@natalietran then i work out where i should sit according to who has the least contagious illness.. strategically avoiding the vomiting kid.
@leesha666 | November 09, 2009 01:16 AM
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View All Vomiting Questions (16) | Ask a QuestionHow long does it take for a giraffe to vomit? (2 Answers)Do you have an imminent reason for this question? Should I find you an extra-long airline bag? Giraffes chew their cud, like cows, so they are constantly regurgitating. Not hurling, ... read moreAny ideas how to get vomit off a couch? (without a dog) (1 Answer)Maybe these tips will help read moreshortness of breath, vision impairment, vomiting and abdominal pain....symptoms of what? (4 Answers)some people say that shortness of breath,vomiting and stomach pain is the sighns of heart attack? read moreWhats the best way to avoid getting sick when visiting Mexico? (11 Answers)The best way to not get sick while visiting Mexico is to only drink bottled fluids (Coke, bottled water, etc.), not eat uncooked fresh vegetables or fruits, not use ice ... read more
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Vomiting Discussion and Blogs
- Earth Clinic: Stop a Severe Case of Vomiting (August 18, 2008)
- WrongDiagnosis: Constant Vomiting (June 12, 2008)
- DailyStrength: Toddler has Recurrent Vomiting (February 25, 2007)
- Mothering: Any Experience with Prescription Anti-Vomiting Medication? (April 5, 2006)
- Stuck in a Doorway: Emetophobia (Fear of Vomiting) (November 28, 2005)
- eHealth Forum: Nausea Forum
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