Can asthma cause vomiting?
My asthma has been acting up a lot lately, and a few times I've felt quite nauseous and then actually vomited. I'm wondering if this is a side effect of asthma itself. Is it possible for asthma to cause vomiting?
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4 months ago
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During intense workouts, I've seen people with asthma cough so hard that they end up throwing up. It usually happens when the airways are super tight and the body is strained. Try to keep your workouts light for now, focus on your breathing, and definitely check in with your doctor.
4 months ago
I actually asked my doctor about this last year. He explained that severe coughing fits build up pressure in the abdomen and trigger the diaphragm, which leads to vomiting. It is basically a physical reaction to the intense coughing, but he said it is a sign that the asthma is quite active and needs better medication.
4 months ago
Haan, it is actually quite common when the cough is very dry and heavy. My daughter used to throw up during her asthma attacks because of the constant phlegm. Keeping the room dust-free and giving her warm water helped a bit, but we had to get her inhaler changed by the doctor finally.
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4 months ago
I don't know much about asthma since I deal with PCOS, but I know how stressful it is when your body reacts weirdly. Vomiting sounds really painful when you are already struggling to breathe. Please don't try any self-treatment for this; just consult your doctor to find out why it is happening.
4 months ago
When you have chronic issues like thyroid or asthma, small things can trigger big reactions. If you are vomiting, it might mean the asthma is not well-controlled right now. Please get your lung function tests done and show the reports to your pulmonologist for a proper follow-up.