Nausea and vomiting


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Digestive system
Alternative Names

Emesis; Vomiting; Stomach upset; Upset stomach


Prevention

A number of medicines are effective at preventing vomiting. Your doctor is unlikely to prescribe these because, in most situations, the vomiting is an important part of getting well. In some situations, however, preventing the vomiting makes life much better.


References

Koch KL. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Gastroenterol Clin North Am. 2003; 32(1): 201-234, vi.

Quigley EM. AGA technical review on nausea and vomiting. Gastroenterology. 2001; 120(1): 263-286.



Review Date: 10/27/2005
Reviewed By: Courtney W. Houchen, M.D., Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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