Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a queasy feeling; vomiting can lead to fluid loss. The cause and ability to keep fluids down determine the next step.
Common symptoms
- Feeling queasy or sick to your stomach
- Urge to vomit
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness (sometimes)
A useful care conversation
Describe when vomiting started, how often it occurs and whether small drinks stay down. Mention urine changes, abdominal pain, headache, pregnancy possibility and medicines. The clinician can discuss hydration and whether medication, testing or an examination is appropriate.
When to seek more care
- Get prompt in-person care for inability to retain fluids, very little urine, marked dizziness, severe pain or blood in vomit.
- Confusion, fainting or severe deterioration needs emergency care.
General educational information, not a diagnosis or a complete symptom checker. The right care depends on your circumstances.
For an emergency, call 911. Do not wait for a Tap reply or send a photo first.
About this information
Adapted from Tap’s published care-topic library. Original publication: 2025-01-01. Prepared for this guide: 2026-09-07. Preparation is not a clinical-review certification.
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