How to recognize nausea?

How to recognize nausea?

Nausea is characterized by a desire to vomit and may be followed by vomiting.


Sometimes called "gagging", nausea is a feeling of discomfort and discomfort in the stomach. These are contractions of the stomach, possibly prior to a rejection of the contents of the stomach to the esophagus.

What are the causes of nausea?
Nausea can be caused by diseases:

  • A gastroenteritis , that is to say an infection in the small intestine causing abdominal cramps and leading to possible rejection of the contents of the esophagus to the stomach can lead to nausea.
  • Food poisoning can cause nausea from foods containing bacteria, parasites or viruses that cause contraction of the abdominal muscles.
  • An intestinal obstruction (= obstruction of a segment of the intestine) that distends the intestine can cause a feeling of "overflow" and cravings for vomiting.
  • In the case of diseases such as anorexia or bulimia where vomiting can be intentionally provoked, nausea appears beforehand.


Reasons other than medical reasons can cause nausea:

  • Consuming excess alcohol stimulates the gastric mucosa. It is then irritated and can lead to stomach contractions and nausea.
  • In the case of motion sickness, the information transmitted to the management center of balance in the inner ear is distorted and cravings for vomiting may appear.
  • When a woman is pregnant , the hCG produced by the placenta increases acidity in the stomach, slows down the digestive system and can cause nausea.
  • Nausea may be triggered by other reasons such as migraine , myocardial infarction , meningitis , hepatitis or gastric ulcer . Some medications, anxiety or unpleasant odors can also make you feel sick.


What are the consequences of nausea?
Nausea may be followed by vomiting, the contents of the stomach then rise up into the esophagus.

They can be a source of discomfort and discomfort when it occurs in society. The retching can cause disgust when the sensation of gastric reflux appears.

As a result of nausea, loss of appetite may be felt due to discomfort in the stomach.

What solutions to relieve nausea?

  1. To avoid nausea, it may be advisable, depending on the cause, to promote a diet rich in slow sugars and animal protein.
  2. Resting and avoiding unpleasant odors can reduce the urge to vomit, as does getting regular air.
  3. Natural health products such as ginger or certain medications may be recommended to treat nausea by consulting a therapist beforehand.
  4. Finally, do not hesitate to consult a doctor if nausea persists, in order to detect any diseases that cause nausea, such as a stomach ulcer or intestinal obstruction.

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