When the muscles surrounding the stomach suddenly contract, the body “throws up” the contents of the stomach. Usually brought on by infection, overindulgence in fatty foods or alcohol, or both, this can also be brought on by disturbances elsewhere in the digestive tract. Vomiting can occasionally result from a condition that affects the nerve signals coming from the brain or the inner ear’s balancing system. Recurrent migraine sufferers are aware of their attacks, but when vomiting is accompanied by a strong headache or severe abdominal pain, immediate medical care is required.
CAUTION!
VOMITING RED OR BLACKBLOOD
The lining of the esophagus (gullet) might get damaged as a result of violent or frequent vomiting, which can cause red blood streaks to appear in your vomit. If this occurs to you, talk to your doctor. Seek immediate medical attention if you vomit up larger amounts of red blood or any other black or dark brown material like coffee grounds; you may have a serious abdominal condition like a bleeding stomach ulcer. If you keep the vomit that contains the blood for the doctor to examine, it will help with a quick identification of the issue.
NEUSEA
The majority of illnesses that might make you throw up also have a tendency to make you feel sick, either before to or in place of the actual vomiting. So, if you have nausea, you can use this self-diagnosis PDF for vomiting to find a potential explanation for your symptoms.
Self-help
If you are feeling nauseated, avoid eating and instead sip on plain water often while lying down until the discomfort feeling goes away or until vomiting cures it.
THE PILL AND VOMITING
Your protection against conception may be reduced if you take the birth control pill and experience a vomiting attack. Take your pills as usual, but until you start a new packet, utilize a different method of birth control.
VOMITING TREATMENT
Try the self-help techniques below if you have been vomiting but don’t think there’s anything wrong with you:
- No solid meal should be consumed until your nausea and vomiting stop.
- Even if you find it difficult to swallow anything for very long, sip plenty of clear (non-alcoholic) liquids frequently.
- Avoid smoking.
- Don’t take aspirin.
Consult a doctor if you vomit frequently for more than 24 hours or if you experience any new symptoms.