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vomiting
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vomiting

Expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth. It may have numerous causes, including direct irritation of the stomach, severe pain, dizziness, and emotion. Sustained or repeated vomiting may indicate serious disease, and dangerous loss of water, salt, and acid may result.



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20) Instead of minimising postoperative vomiting, an extended fast can precipitate postoperative emesis.
Fasting: how long is too long? by Tudor, Glynis / Australian Nursing Journal
Functional localization of central coordinating mechanism for emesis in cat.
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Noel experienced recurrent emesis and diarrhea, probably from brushing his teeth with tap water.
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