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Nausea

Nausea is an uncomfortable feeling in the stomach that may come before vomiting. It has many causes, from simple to more serious.

This page is educational and is not a diagnostic tool. It cannot tell you what is causing your symptoms. Always discuss personal symptoms with a qualified healthcare professional.

What It May Mean

  • Stomach upset or food intolerance
  • Motion sickness
  • Migraine
  • Medication side effects

Common Causes

  • Viral stomach illness
  • Certain foods or overeating
  • Motion or travel
  • Pregnancy
  • Stress or anxiety

Related Symptoms

When It May Need Medical Attention

  • Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Signs of dehydration
  • Nausea after a head injury

What You Can Track

Symptom Diary

  • When nausea occurs
  • Foods or activities beforehand
  • Any medicines taken
  • Whether vomiting follows

Questions to Discuss With a Healthcare Professional

  • What might be causing my nausea?
  • Are there simple measures that help?
  • Could a medicine be involved?
  • When should I seek care?

Related Conditions

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