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Is it possible to throw up if you haven't eaten a lot?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Because one can vomit for a variety of reasons.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 8/17/2017

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A member asked:

Is it possible to throw up if you haven't eaten a lot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Minich agreed

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