General Information

• Common causes include:
  • Viral gastritis and gastrointestinal infections (Stomach Flu)
  • Vomiting in first trimester of pregnancy (Morning Sickness)
  • Overeating
  • Medication side effect
  • Food poisoning
• Less common causes include:
  • Bowel obstruction, appendicitis, gallbladder disease, peptic ulcer
  • Inner ear disorders (e.g., labyrinthitis, motion sickness).
  • Response to certain smells
  • Alcohol intoxication
• Maintaining good hydration is the cornerstone of treatment of healthy adults with a new onset of vomiting. In general, an adult who is alert, feels well, and who is not thirsty or dizzy is not dehydrated.