Devendra Singh Devendra Singh Asked 8 months ago

Should drink water after vomiting?

Last night I had a stomach bug and vomited a few times. My mother told me to drink water immediately, but I felt like it would make me vomit again. Should one drink water after vomiting, or wait for some time?

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Haan beta, thoda thoda paani zaroor peena chahiye. Humare zamane mein toh dadi log bolte the, agar ulti ho jaaye toh body se paani nikal jaata hai. Toh bilkul thoda sa, ghoont ghoont karke piyo, taaki body mein paani ki kami na ho. Aaram milega.

Priya Shah Priya Shah Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As a vegetarian, I'm always mindful of what goes into my body. After vomiting, it's crucial to rehydrate, but gently. Sips of clear fluids like water or ORS solution are better than chugging a whole glass. This helps replace lost fluids without upsetting the stomach further. Avoid anything too cold or sugary immediately.

Gita Devi Gita Devi Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

When the body is unwell, it speaks to us. After vomiting, the body is weak and needs gentle care. Drink water slowly, with mindfulness, to restore balance. Keep faith and take comfort in simple remedies. If the sickness persists, seek the wisdom of a medical expert. May peace be with you.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Keeping a packet of ORS at home is always a good idea, especially with kids. It's inexpensive and much better than plain water for rehydration after vomiting, as it replaces electrolytes too. Saves you a trip to the doctor for dehydration if it's not too severe. But for serious or prolonged vomiting, always see a doctor, don't take risks.

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Oh, I remember panicking the first time I had a bad stomach bug and kept vomiting! My mom told me to take small sips of water after a little break. And it actually worked! Don't try to drink a lot at once, just tiny sips to stay hydrated. You'll feel better.

Gaurav Singh Gaurav Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

While it seems logical to drink water, for severe vomiting, you need to be careful. Sometimes plain water isn't enough, or drinking too much too fast can trigger more vomiting. For persistent or heavy vomiting, it's best to consult a doctor. They might recommend ORS or specific rehydration strategies. Don't just follow general online advice.

Karan Sharma Karan Sharma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan bhai, zaroor. Thoda sa gap leke, fir ek-do ghoont paani piyo. Nahi toh body mein paani ki kami ho jaayegi. Agar bahut zyada ulti ho rahi hai aur paani bhi nahi ruk raha, toh doc ko dikha lo. But generally, sips of water are a must.

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Deepak Jain Deepak Jain Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

As a diabetic, vomiting is a serious concern because it can mess with blood sugar levels and lead to dehydration, which is bad. So yes, drinking water in small sips is important. But I also keep ORS sachets handy, as they replace electrolytes without too much sugar. If my sugar levels fluctuate too much or vomiting continues, I call my doctor immediately. Better safe than sorry.

Pooja Iyer Pooja Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

From a medical perspective, gentle rehydration is crucial after vomiting to prevent dehydration. Small, frequent sips of water, ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution), or clear broths are recommended. Avoid sugary drinks or anything that might irritate the stomach. If vomiting is severe or persistent, medical attention is necessary.

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