Nausea

What is nausea?

Nausea is an urge to vomit or a general uneasiness in the stomach. If nausea is the only symptom your child has, it is rarely caused by anything serious. Nausea is often caused by a stomach virus and accompanied by vomiting. Other causes are indigestion, fear, or motion sickness.

How can you take care of your child?

Temporarily serve your child clear fluids and light foods. Avoid any medicines that could irritate the stomach.

When should you call your child's health care provider?

Call during office hours if:

• the nausea lasts more than 1 week
• your teenage daughter could be pregnant
• you have other questions or concerns

	VIRUS The cause of many common infections. A virus is much smaller than a bacteria. Unlike a bacteria, a virus must attach to a living cell in order to reproduce/spread.

	SYMPTOM A person’s experience of a sensation or physical effect that could indicate a disease or physical problem.

	NAUSEA The urge to vomit, or bring up the stomach contents through the mouth.