Is vomiting after a seizure normal?
My cousin, who has epilepsy, had a seizure this morning and then he vomited right after. His wife was very worried. Is vomiting after a seizure normal, or should we be concerned?
My cousin, who has epilepsy, had a seizure this morning and then he vomited right after. His wife was very worried. Is vomiting after a seizure normal, or should we be concerned?
Yes, vomiting is quite common in the post-ictal phase after a seizure because the brain is recovering and muscles are relaxed. However, the biggest risk is aspiration, where they might inhale the vomit. Always turn the person on their side to keep their airway clear.
Even if people say it is common, vomiting after a seizure requires urgent medical evaluation. There is a risk of choking, and it could also indicate increased pressure in the brain. Please contact their neurologist or visit an emergency room immediately.
Look, while it happens often because of the massive shock to the nervous system, it is never something to take lightly. If this is the first time they had a seizure followed by vomiting, get them to a hospital right now. Don't wait to see if it stops.
My brother has epilepsy and we have managed this at home under our doctor's guidance, as emergency room visits get very expensive. But if the vomiting is continuous, you must go to a government hospital clinic to ensure there is no aspiration risk.
A seizure is like running an extreme marathon for the nervous system, which completely exhausts the body and causes nausea. Physical rest is absolutely critical now. Please consult their specialist immediately to ensure their safety and recovery.
I can only imagine how terrified you must be feeling right now after witnessing a seizure and then this. It is a known post-ictal symptom, but because of the risk of inhaling the vomit, please get medical help immediately for your own peace of mind.
Honestly, watching someone seize and then throw up is incredibly scary and will keep you awake all night. It is a common post-seizure reaction, but please turn them on their side so they don't choke. Go see a doc so you can actually get some sleep.
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My husband used to have these episodes and we tried everything from smelling onion to ginger paste, but nothing stops post-seizure vomiting because it is brain-related. The only practical thing is to keep them on their side and let them rest, then consult your doctor.
Home remedies have no place when dealing with seizures and subsequent vomiting. The patient needs proper neurological assessment to adjust their medications. Please ignore any traditional cure claims and seek emergency medical care.
After a seizure, the digestive system completely shuts down temporarily, which causes vomiting. Do not try to feed them anything, not even water, until they are fully conscious and alert. Please consult their doctor regarding when to resume food.
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