Nausea

Nausea can make it difficult to eat, work, travel, or simply get through your day comfortably. Whether your symptoms come on suddenly or keep returning, finding the cause can help you get the right treatment. At Orlando Medical Associates in Orlando, Florida, board-certified provider Elena (Ellie) Vale-Saquieres, DNP, FNP-C, and her team evaluate and treat nausea with personalized care. To find relief and determine what may be causing your symptoms, call the office or use the online scheduler to book an appointment today.

Why do I keep feeling nauseous?

Nausea is the uncomfortable feeling that you might vomit, although it doesn’t always lead to vomiting. You might also experience a loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, sweating, dizziness, or increased saliva.

There are many reasons you might feel nauseous. Common causes include:

• Viral stomach illnesses
• Food poisoning
• Motion sickness
• Acid reflux
• Migraines
• Pregnancy
• Stress or anxiety
• Certain medications
• Dehydration
• Dietary changes

Sometimes, nausea is temporary and has an obvious cause. If it keeps returning or doesn’t improve, however, an evaluation can help determine whether an underlying condition is responsible.

What other symptoms can happen with nausea?

Nausea can occur on its own or alongside other symptoms. Depending on the cause, you may experience vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, headache, dizziness, fever, or fatigue.

Let Ellie know about any additional symptoms you’re experiencing. These details can provide important clues about what’s causing your nausea and which treatment may help.

What can I expect during a nausea evaluation?

Ellie asks when your symptoms began, how often they occur, and whether certain foods, activities, medications, or other factors seem to trigger them. She also reviews your medical history, current medications, diet, and any recent illnesses.

Depending on your symptoms and health history, additional testing may be necessary to identify or rule out an underlying medical condition.

What can help relieve nausea?

Your treatment depends on the cause and severity of your symptoms. Ellie may recommend changes to your diet, increased hydration, rest, or medication to control nausea and vomiting.

If you’re dehydrated because you’ve been vomiting or struggling to drink enough fluids, hydration support may also be appropriate. When another medical condition is causing your nausea, addressing that condition is an important part of your treatment plan.

When is nausea a reason to see a medical provider?

Schedule an evaluation if your nausea persists, frequently returns, or makes eating and drinking difficult. Prompt medical attention is important if nausea occurs with severe abdominal pain, significant dehydration, confusion, chest pain, blood in your vomit, a severe headache, or persistent vomiting.

You don’t have to wait for nausea to become severe before seeking help. Ellie can evaluate your symptoms and recommend treatment to help you feel better.

To get personalized care for nausea, call Orlando Medical Associates or book an appointment online today.