Frequent vomiting
Overview
Frequent vomiting is the repeated expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth, occurring more often than normal. This symptom involves multiple episodes of forceful emptying of the stomach within a short period of time.
Common Causes
Common causes include food poisoning or stomach bugs that irritate the digestive system, leading to your body's natural response to expel harmful substances. Pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester, often triggers this reaction due to hormonal changes. Certain medications, excessive alcohol consumption, or eating too quickly can also upset your stomach. Motion sickness from traveling, high stress levels, or consuming foods that don't agree with you are other typical triggers that can cause your body to react this way.
Severity Levels
Mild: Occasional vomiting episodes that don't interfere significantly with daily activities or eating. You can still keep some fluids down and maintain basic nutrition.
Moderate: More frequent vomiting that makes it difficult to eat regular meals or maintain normal activities. You may have trouble keeping fluids down consistently and feel increasingly weak.
Severe: Persistent, uncontrollable vomiting that prevents you from keeping any food or fluids down. This can lead to dehydration and requires immediate medical attention, especially if accompanied by severe weakness or dizziness.
Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical attention if vomiting persists for more than 24 hours, if you're unable to keep fluids down, or if you experience signs of dehydration like dizziness or dry mouth. Contact a healthcare provider right away if vomiting is accompanied by severe abdominal pain, high fever, blood in vomit, or severe headache. Get emergency care if you have difficulty breathing, chest pain, or signs of severe dehydration.
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