Q. What are the best treatments for nausea and vomiting?
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The best treatments for nausea and vomiting depend on the cause of the symptoms. Nausea and vomiting can be caused by a wide range of issues, such as food poisoning, viral infections, motion sickness, migraine headaches, chemotherapy or radiation therapy side effects, gallstones or pancreatitis. Treatments vary depending on the cause, but there are some general techniques that can help alleviate symptoms in many cases.
First off is to stop eating until at least an hour after vomiting has subsided as this will give your digestive system time to rest and recover. It’s also important to stay hydrated with clear liquids like water or broth and avoid sugary beverages which may make you feel worse due to changes in blood sugar levels. Ginger is often recommended for helping reduce nausea – this can be taken in pill form or made into tea; however its effectiveness varies from person to person so it’s worth giving it a try if you find yourself dealing with frequent episodes of nausea.
In some cases medications are needed for relief from severe nausea and vomiting- antiemetic medicines like promethazine (Phenergan) or granisetron (Kytril) can help reduce these symptoms but should only be used on doctor's advice as they have potential side effects that need monitoring over time. Behavioral therapies such as deep breathing exercises and biofeedback techniques have also been seen helpful in reducing feelings of nausea/vomiting particularly when associated with stress or anxiety related issues.
It’s important to note that incorporating lifestyle modifications such as avoiding triggers that lead to feeling sick such as strong odors/spicy food etc., could play a role in improving overall health while reducing any chance of extreme bouts of nauseas/vomiting from happening again frequently down the road too! Keep track of when these periods occur so your doctor has better information when diagnosing possible underlying causes - especially if you find them recurring without visible signs otherwise known medically speaking as “idiopathic”
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