Question 1

why does chemotherapy cause nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

It's a toxin: The brain has an area that triggers nausea and vomiting if something toxic gets in the body.  This is what prevented early humans from dying after eating poisonous berries!  chemotherapy triggers the same area of the brain, and the body tries to protect itself by vomiting.  New anti-nausea drugs are so effective because they target the "vomit center" in the brain.

Question 2

can appendicitis always cause nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

No: Appendicitis can start with mild pain around the belly button. The pain worsens over time. It can become sharp with loss of appetite. Nausea, vomiting & fever are possible.  The pain usually moves toward the right lower quadrant of abdomen. Bouncing or jolting will often make the pain worse. Appendicitis can  have varying presentations.  If you have severe abdominal pain it is best to go to er.

Question 3

what is the cause of nausea and vomiting during intercourse?

Accepted Answer

Find cause of nausea: Nausea may be gi-related (food poisoning, peptic disease, gastroparesis, due to biliary ; pancreatic disease, gas/bloat syndrome, small bowel problems). Consider "central" causes: motion sickness, vertigo, migraine headache, brain problems (some very serious). Also, rule out infection (? Urinary tract), medication side effects, pregnancy, ; even reaction to stress. Find ; treat the cause--see doc.

Question 4

why should i treat my nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Helpful to healing: Too much nausea and vomiting may allow one to be dehydrated and undernourished and to feel just plain miserable.  The last thing your body needs while fighting cancer.  To treat nausea is to also allow one to be more comfortable during such a crucial time.  There are several different regimens available, and your treating doctor will go over these with you.

Question 5

i started taking oratane and this morning i got nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Call your Dr.: Nausea and vomiting are considered severe side effects of Oratane. contact your Dr immediately and they may choose to discontinue the medication. Make sure you are drinking enough water/rehydration solution while the vomiting lasts, and eat a fiber filled, bland diet (bananas, rice, apples, toast/crackers), and rest until symptoms subside.

Question 6

what do you think i should do about postoperative nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Call surgeon: The surgeon or their office can call in a prescription for you to take a medication for nausea, such as phenergan (promethazine). In the mean time, taking a Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may help.

Question 7

can bisoprolol cause nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Not commonly: Any medication can cause a varying array of side effects  to any patient. Although its not a common side effect ,doesn't mean its not the drug causing you a problem. The easiest thing to do is have your doctor change the medication to another and see if things resolve. If they don't a work up for why you have these issues should be performed.

Question 8

does emetrol really work for nausea and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: Emetrol solution is used for treating nausea and vomiting. It is unknown exactly how emetrol solution works.
It is a phosphorated carbohydrate solution made of fructose.

Question 9

i experienced nausea and vomiting after intercourse?

Accepted Answer

This is: NOT nor normal...but "once" does not a "problem" make!......happens again....time to seek some help starting with an evaluation by your Primary Care Provider!
Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 10

are nausea and vomiting seen as symptoms of whiplash?

Accepted Answer

Occasionally: I have seen this very occasionally but it is not a typical complaint of someone with whiplash. There are a few serious causes of nausea and vomiting that can occur after a whiplash accident and if you are having these symptoms you should see a doctor right away to make sure there is nothing serious going on.

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