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My son 13 years old has been vomiting 9 times for the last 5 hours. no fever, no other complains should we see a doctor or how can i help him at home?

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Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

See a Dr: His potassium may be low and may be dehydrated.

Answered 4/30/2014

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Vomiting: Best to call your doctor now for advice and see if he should be seen today.

Dr Fried agreed

Answered 11/7/2016

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Dr. Larisa Sharp answered

Med. evaluation: Yes, it is necessary to see a physician for an evaluation of a treatable cause of the vomiting, or to treat complications such as dehydration.

Answered 5/10/2014

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A member asked:

My son 13 years old has been vomiting 9 times for the last 5 hours. no fever, no other complains should we see a doctor or how can i help him at home?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Fried agreed

Dr. Larisa Sharp answered

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