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What Is The Cause Of Vomiting And Dry Heaving?

Hi. My 17 yr old son started throwing up last night. After the first few times he started dry heaving, about 8 times throughout the night. He has a temp of 100.2 and his head and throat hurt and he is very tired. what should i look for to know if I should I take him to the hospital?
Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to either infection or inflammation in the Gastrointestinal tract.
The tiredness can be attributed to loss of body electrolytes due to recurrent vomiting.

Management involves:
1. Tablet Pantoprazole + Domperidone twice daily (to be taken half an hour before food)
2. Anti spasmodics like Dicyclomine preparation twice daily (to be taken after food).
3. Oral Rehydration Solution (O.R.S) for maintaining the hydration status & electrolyte balance of the body.
4. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods.
5. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.

So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & start treatment as advised.
Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of serum electrolytes & Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Pelvis will be helpful in detecting any pathological cause for the symptoms.

There is no need to worry, he will be fine.
Wishing a good health.
Take care.
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What Is The Cause Of Vomiting And Dry Heaving?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to either infection or inflammation in the Gastrointestinal tract. The tiredness can be attributed to loss of body electrolytes due to recurrent vomiting. Management involves: 1. Tablet Pantoprazole + Domperidone twice daily (to be taken half an hour before food) 2. Anti spasmodics like Dicyclomine preparation twice daily (to be taken after food). 3. Oral Rehydration Solution (O.R.S) for maintaining the hydration status & electrolyte balance of the body. 4. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods. 5. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc. So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & start treatment as advised. Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of serum electrolytes & Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Pelvis will be helpful in detecting any pathological cause for the symptoms. There is no need to worry, he will be fine. Wishing a good health. Take care.