Karan Singh Karan Singh Asked 6 months ago

What is the medical term for vomiting?

My son had a stomach upset last night and was vomiting. My wife and I were discussing it, and she asked if I knew the medical term. What is the medical term for vomiting?

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Aman Khan Aman Khan Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Ugh, vomiting! That's 'emesis' or sometimes 'vomiting reflex'. Definitely not something you want after enjoying a good biryani, haha. Hope no one's feeling unwell!

Sonia Sharma Sonia Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It's called 'emesis'. I've struggled with severe morning sickness and it's truly debilitating, emotionally and physically. It's okay to feel miserable when it happens, you're not alone.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hey! It's 'emesis'. Don't stress too much about the term, just make sure to drink water if you're experiencing it. Sometimes it's just a bad stomach. Take care!

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Pooja Reddy Pooja Reddy Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Emesis. And let me tell you, it's even worse when you're already sleep-deprived. It feels like your body is just giving up. All I want to do is pass out, not throw up, lol.

Ananya Rao Ananya Rao Joined May 2026 6 months ago

It's 'emesis'. Sometimes, various health conditions can cause it, including thyroid imbalances for some. If it's recurrent or severe, it's always best to consult a doctor and maybe get some basic tests done to understand the cause.

Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

The medical term is 'emesis'. I always make sure my diet is clean to avoid any stomach issues. Good gut health is key for overall fitness. But sometimes, these things just happen. Stay hydrated.

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Om Prakash Om Prakash Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

They call it 'emesis'. Our body is a temple, sometimes it just needs to cleanse itself. Stay positive, drink lots of water, and if the problem persists, surely consult a good doctor. Take care of yourself.

Sneha Joshi Sneha Joshi Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Vomiting is medically known as 'emesis'. I totally get how uncomfortable and draining it can be. Hope you or whoever is asking this gets relief soon. Remember to rest and hydrate.

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