Definition

• Vomiting is the forceful emptying (throwing up) of a large portion of the stomach's contents through the mouth
• Nausea and abdominal discomfort usually precede each bout of vomiting

See More Appropriate Topic (instead of this one) If

• Vomiting only occurs while coughing, see COUGH.
• Child under 1 year old and spitting (reflux), see SPITTING UP.
• Diarrhea is the main symptom, see DIARRHEA.