SAN FRANCISCO – Haloperidol may be a better option than the old standby ondansetron to treat certain patients with vomiting and nausea in the emergency department (ED), according to a small ...

When you suddenly start vomiting like it’s your job, your first question is probably what you can do to make it stop. Your next thought? Figuring out what caused your vomiting so you can try to make ...

A secondary analysis of study on naldemedine’s effectiveness for preventing OIC found the agent also prevents another common side effect of opioids.

Vomiting represents one of the body’s most powerful defensive mechanisms – a forceful ejection of stomach contents designed to rid the system of potential toxins. This protective response commonly ...

In most cases, the presence of toxins in food can cause nausea and vomiting. These are bodily defenses aimed at minimizing the duration of exposure to the toxin. The pathways by which the brain ...

Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled nausea and vomiting. Catamenial CVS is a subtype that’s tied to the menstrual cycle. Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is a ...

The winter vomiting bug, or norovirus, is a highly contagious stomach virus that peaks in winter. It causes sudden vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, and dehydration, spreading easily through contact and ...

Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is often underdiagnosed, according to a recent study published in Neurogastroenterology & Motility. Researchers from the United States have highlighted limited awareness ...

Is your infant vomiting or spitting up? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks down the sometimes-confusing differences with practical advice and explains the mechanics behind each response. She also ...

Most kids vomit easily and often copiously and frequently. This is a global phenomenon most parents have resigned themselves to. Researchers have now tried to understand why kids vomit so commonly and ...

An oncology nurse outlines ways that patients can prevent dental erosion after a vomiting episode. Vomiting is a common side effect of many cancer treatments and can lead to dental decay. However, ...