When to Seek Emergency Care for Vomiting Symptoms

Understanding Vomiting

At The Emergency Center, our facility sees patients experiencing vomiting. It can result from various conditions, including infections, gastrointestinal issues, and more. While occasional vomiting might not be serious, severe or persistent vomiting requires medical attention.

Symptoms and Causes

Infections: Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu), food poisoning.
Pregnancy: Morning sickness.
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Appendicitis, gastritis, peptic ulcers.
Other Causes: Motion sickness, certain medications, intense pain.

When to Go to the ER

Seek emergency care if vomiting is accompanied by:

Severe Dehydration: Symptoms include dark urine, dizziness, and excessive thirst.
Inability to Keep Liquids Down: Persistent vomiting preventing fluid intake.
Blood in Vomit: Indicating a possible serious condition.
Severe Abdominal Pain: Could signal an underlying issue like appendicitis.
High Fever: Suggesting a serious infection.
Mental Confusion: Possible severe dehydration or other complications.

Diagnostic Services

Our diagnostic services include:

Blood Tests: To check for infection, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances.
Imaging: X-rays and ultrasounds to identify underlying causes.
Urine Tests: To detect dehydration and infections.