Feeling sick (nausea) (2024)

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Feeling sick (nausea)? ›

Also: Sit up and avoid lying down. When you lie flat, gastric juices may rise and increase feelings of nausea. Instead, when you're nauseous, try reclining with your upper body elevated and moving around as little as possible. Another effective remedy: Eat a small meal of something bland.

Also: Sit up and avoid lying down. When you lie flat, gastric juices may rise and increase feelings of nausea. Instead, when you're nauseous, try reclining with your upper body elevated and moving around as little as possible. Another effective remedy: Eat a small meal of something bland.

If you're experiencing indigestion, acid reflux or even an upset stomach can trigger nausea. Your body's attempt to soothe or flush out the irritants may cause discomfort and won't always result in vomiting, which leaves you with persistent nausea.

A stomach bug and pregnancy are the most common causes of nausea. Still, several other reasons, like anxiety, GERD, pain relievers, and motion sickness, may cause nausea. You may alleviate and prevent nausea by eating more frequent, small meals and staying hydrated.

Use a clear liquid diet to reduce the feeling of nausea. Liquids such as apple juice, cranberry juice, lemonade, fruitades, broth, Gatorade®, ginger ale, 7-Up®, popsicles, gelatin, tea, or cola are usually well tolerated.

Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)

It is considered to be one of the best OTC nausea medications for motion sickness and morning sickness. The brand name, Dramamine, is more expensive than generic dimenhydrinate. At CVS, a 12-count pack of 50mg Dramamine tablets costs $9.49. The generic version costs just $6.49.

Pressure Point P-6 (Neiguan) Pressure point P-6 is also called Neiguan (nay-gwann). It is found on your inner arm near your wrist. Doing acupressure on this point can help with nausea and prevent vomiting.

Home treatments can help relieve nausea. Drink water, sports drinks, or broths. Juices and soft drinks should be avoided. Eat as tolerated, but only light, bland foods, such as crackers or plain bread to begin with.

How long is too long for nausea? ›

Schedule a doctor's visit

Make an appointment with your doctor if: Vomiting lasts more than two days for adults, 24 hours for children under age 2 or 12 hours for infants. You've had bouts of nausea and vomiting for longer than one month.

In some cases, fatigue and nausea may develop as a result of lifestyle factors, such as poor sleep or diet, or lack of exercise. In other cases, they may signal an underlying medical condition that requires treatment. Fatigue is a term that describes a lack of energy or a feeling of tiredness or sluggishness.

Anxiety-related nausea often manifests as a churning or unsettled feeling in your stomach that may come on suddenly during moments of stress or worry. This sensation might be accompanied by a loss of appetite, increased heart rate, sweating, dizziness, or even vomiting in severe cases.

Possible Causes

Changes in your immune system and central nervous system can trigger your nausea and vomiting reflexes. Many different things can cause these changes. Some common nausea causes include: Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions like peptic ulcers, gastritis and gastroparesis.

You may have health anxiety if you: constantly worry about your health. frequently check your body for signs of illness, such as lumps, tingling or pain. are always asking people for reassurance that you're not ill.

Malaise can be associated with various physical and psychological conditions, such as illness, infection, fatigue, stress, or even depression. It's a subjective feeling and can vary in intensity from mild to severe. If you are experiencing malaise, you may feel sluggish or tired.

Drinking soda is a popular home remedy for upset stomachs, but not all are equally as helpful. When you're feeling nauseous, you should avoid drinks with caffeine, including co*ke, because they can further upset your stomach.