What causes extreme morning sickness? What we know, don't know and suspect about hyperemesis gravidarum

Until about five years ago, scientists believed the pregnancy hormone, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), was the culprit.

What is norovirus? Symptoms you need to know as NHS critical incidents declared

Cases of norovirus, the winter vomiting bug, are adding further strain on the NHS as it struggles to keep up with the demand ...
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What causes a gastrointestinal (GI) bleed?

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Symptoms of GI bleeding include stomach pain, vomiting blood, or having black, tarry ...

The dangerous condition that impacts one in 50 pregnant women

This condition, called hyperemesis gravidarum, can last the whole pregnancy and be dangerous for both the woman and the fetus ...

Norovirus cases driven by ultra-contagious variant are surging. And hand sanitizer won't kill it

Norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug that causes vomiting and diarrhea, is surging again. Here's what to expect and ...
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Why some vomiting demands urgent medical help

Vomiting represents one of the body’s most powerful defensive mechanisms – a forceful ejection of stomach contents designed to rid the system of potential toxins. This protective response commonly ...

This Common Winter Illness Is Acting Differently This Year. Here's What You Need To Know.

Don't just assume symptoms like nausea and vomiting are a stomach bug. It could also be this nightmare illness.
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What causes dry heaves in older adults?

Dry heaving, or retching, is a sensation involving gagging and forceful, vomiting-like contractions. Older adults may experience dry heaving for various reasons. Dry heaving differs from vomiting in ...