Epistemis

Persistent vomiting

Specialty: Gastrointestinal.

  • I can't stop vomiting
  • continuous vomiting

Why it occurs

  • Gastroenteritis
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  • Diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Drugs / pregnancy

Initial workup

Assess dehydration and electrolytes; rule out acute abdomen, pregnancy and neurological cause.

red flags

Vomiting with intense, focal or sharp headache → rule out intracranial hypertension.

Standard management

  • Antiemetic and rehydration — according to cause; correct electrolytes

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousFecaloid vomiting
Area
Gastrointestinal
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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