Vomiting Overview
Vomiting which is also known as puking, throwing up, barfing, emesis is the involuntary, forceful expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth and sometimes the nose. It can be a one-time event linked to something that doesn’t settle right in the stomach. Recurrent vomiting may be caused by underlying medical conditions. Frequent vomiting may also lead to dehydration, which can be life-threatening if left untreated.
Causes of Vomiting
Vomiting is common. Eating too much food or drinking too much alcohol can make a person throw up. This generally isn’t a cause for concern. Vomiting itself is not a condition. It’s a symptom of other conditions. Some of these conditions include:
- Anesthesia
- Chemotherapy
- Crohn’s disease
- Food poisoning
- Indigestion
- Infections (associated with bacterial and viral illnesses)
- Motion sickness
- Morning Sickness (pregnancy-related)
- Headaches
- Prescription medications
Frequent vomiting not related to any of these causes may be a symptom of cyclic vomiting syndrome. This condition is characterized by vomiting for up to 10 days. It is usually coupled with nausea, fatigue and extreme lack of energy. It mainly occurs during childhood.
Complications of Vomiting
Dehydration is the most common complication related to vomiting. Vomiting causes your stomach to expel not only food but fluids, too. Dehydration can cause:
Dehydration is especially serious in infants and young children who vomit. Younger children have smaller body mass and thus have less fluid to sustain themselves. Parents whose children show symptoms of dehydration should talk to their family pediatrician immediately.
Malnutrition is another complication of vomiting. Failure to keep down solid foods causes your body to lose nutrients. If you’re experiencing excessive fatigue and weakness related to frequent vomiting, seek medical attention.
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