Which term is also known as vomiting?
The act of vomiting is also called emesis. From the Indo-European root wem- (to vomit), the source of the words such as emetic and wamble (to feel nauseated).
Why do I keep bringing up bile?
If you vomit bile more than once, a medical condition might be causing the problem. One common cause is bile reflux, which happens when bile backs up from your liver into your stomach and esophagus. You can develop reflux after gastric surgery. Bile reflux is not the same as acid reflux.
What is the medical term that means excessive vomiting?
Hyperemesis
What diseases or disorders affect the stomach?
Diseases of the Stomach & Duodenum
- Gastritis. Gastritis is when the stomach lining becomes inflamed or swollen.
- Gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of both the stomach and small bowel.
- Gastroparesis.
- Non-Ulcer Dyspepsia.
- Peptic Ulcers.
- Stomach (Gastric) Cancer.
Which means that he was without natural teeth?
Edentulous: Being without teeth.
What is a degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring?
The chronic degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring is known as serosis.
Which term means a surgical incision into the chest walls to open the pleural cavity?
thoracentesis
Which term means excessive secretion of gastric juice or mucus in the stomach?
gastrorrhea
Which term means the excessive swallowing of air while eating or drinking and is a common cause of gas in the stomach?
Aerophagia is the medical term for excessive and repetitive air swallowing. We all ingest some air when we talk, eat, or laugh. People with aerophagia gulp so much air, it produces uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms. These symptoms include abdominal distension, bloating, belching, and flatulence.
What term means any disease of the mouth due to a fungus?
stomatomycosis. means any disease of the mouth due to a fungus.
Is a medication that is administered to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting?
Drugs used for the treatment of nausea and vomiting are called antiemetics. Many types of antiemetics can decrease the severity of nausea, although most require a medical evaluation and a prescription medication, for example: Meclizine hydrochloride (Bonine) Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
What can you take to stop throwing up?
What can be done to control or relieve nausea and vomiting?
- Drink clear or ice-cold drinks.
- Eat light, bland foods (such as saltine crackers or plain bread).
- Avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods.
- Eat slowly and eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- Do not mix hot and cold foods.
- Drink beverages slowly.
Should I drink water after vomiting?
Do not eat or drink anything for several hours after vomiting. Sip small amounts of water or suck ice chips every 15 minutes for 3-4 hours. Next, sip clear liquids every 15 minutes for 3-4 hours. Examples include water, sports drinks, flat soda, clear broth, gelatin, flavored ice, popsicles or apple juice.