Vomiting (scientifically known as emesis, and otherwise known as puking, and throwing up) [a] is the forceful expulsion of the contents of one's stomach through the mouth and sometimes the nose.
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Emesis, is the involuntary, forceful expulsion of the contents of an individual’s stomach through the mouth and at times through the nose.
It is also known as vomiting or throwing up.
In this article we will know about the causes, types, diagnosis and treatment procedures for emesis.
What is vomiting?
Vomiting (also called emesis) is not a disease but a symptom.
In children, a variety of conditions can cause vomiting, the most common of which is viral infection of the gastrointestinal tract, or gastroenteritis (also known as “stomach flu”).
Emesis may be caused by many things, including certain smells, irritation to the stomach, infections, stress, pain, motion sickness, migraines, certain medicines, some diseases or conditions, and brain injury or concussion.
It can also be a symptom of some cancers and a side effect of certain cancer treatments.
Also called vomiting.
The ejection of matter from the stomach through the esophagus and mouth.
Synonym (s): emesis (1) , regurgitation (2) .
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
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