Digestive Disorders Health Center
Nausea and Vomiting Directory
Most people have felt nauseous, that unsettling feeling in the stomach that can precede vomiting, or throwing up. Nausea and vomiting are not diseases but symptoms of other health conditions. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about what causes nausea/vomiting, how to prevent it, what to do when you feel it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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What Are the Symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa?
Do you know the signs that someone may have the eating disorder bulimia nervosa?
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What Should I Do If I'm Dehydrated?
You can become dehydrated for many different reasons. Find out what you can do at home and when to see a doctor if you become dehydrated.
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Headache and Nausea
Headaches, migraines, and nausea often go hand in hand. WebMD tells you why and offers tips for coping.
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Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
For many years, ovarian cancer was known as a “silent” disease. Learn more about the symptoms so you and your doctor will have a better chance of finding it early.
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Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
If you're about to start chemotherapy, you might be worried about side effects. But nausea and vomiting aren't inevitable.
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Eating Well During Cancer Treatment
Get healthy eating tips that can help you feel better when you're undergoing treatment for cancer.
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7 Embarrassing Pregnancy Symptoms
Experts offer tips for coping with embarrassing pregnancy symptoms.
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Stomach Flu in Kids & Todlers: What To Expect
Stomach flu isn’t really a ‘flu.’ It’s gastroenteritis and can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or a parasite. Learn more about what to expect when your child or todler has the stomach flu.
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Hangover Tips
Our experts offer five solid ways to treat that hangover, or even avoid one all together.
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Avoid Nausea During Chemo Treatment
In addition to taking drugs that combat nausea during chemotherapy treatments, there are simple things patients can do.
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Crying and Illnesses
The first step to calming your crying baby is to rule out illness, says Harvey Karp, MD, author of The Happiest Baby on the Block.