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Vomit

Vomiting is the body's natural way of emitting things in the digestive system. The most common causes of vomiting are gastroenteritis, the stomach flu, food poisoning, overeating, food allergies and over-consumption of alcohol. Vomit is usually made up of partly digested food particles and digestive juices, and exits the body through the mouth.

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Is vomit edible?

Yes, it is. Vomit is just chewed up food from your stomach. But that does not mean you should eat it because it would probably taste gross! Many animals eat their own, or their parents, throw-up to survive.

What are other names for vomit?

Vomit, Throw up, Cookies (The saying "Tossing cookies") Dry heeves (It's not exactly a word for Vomit, it's actually something a bit different but I thought I'd mention it anyways.) That's all I can think of off the top of my head. Hope this helps!

~Cera

Why does a corn snake vomit?

If you're talking about a 'pet' corn snake regurgitating its meal - the main cause is the temperature of the vivarium is too low ! It could also be as a result of incompletely thawed food items or an infection in the digestive tract.

A snake will also regurgitate it's meal if it stressed or feels threatened. If you have a pet, and handle it too much or handle it too soon after a meal it will regurgitate. If it's wild, it will regurgitate it's meal so that it can move faster to get away from it's predator.

Does brown vomit mean you are pregnant?

brown vomit means that you either ate something brown, or that there is some blood going into your stomach (from an ulcer most likely) that is coagulating slightly before being vomited.

Can chlamydia form from vomit?

Chlamydia can't be made from vomit. It's made from its parent bacteria. Are you asking if vomit can carry chlamydia and infect someone who's cleaning it up? No.

Why during your menstruation you vomit?

If u have bad menstrual cramps vomiting may occur

My dog vomits all the time for no reason Why?

It can be many different health issues or just a case of the wrong type of food, I would seek a vets help to find out for sure

Why is there always carrot in vomit?

The "diced carrots" commonly found in vomit are actually parts of the stomach wall lining. Vomiting is such a violent process that bits of it come off.

Is it common to vomit 3 days after tonsillectomy?

Vomiting can occur after a tonsillectomy, but it is not considered very common three days post-surgery. It may be triggered by pain medications, anesthesia effects, or swallowing blood. If vomiting persists or is accompanied by severe pain, dehydration, or other concerning symptoms, it's important to contact a healthcare provider for evaluation.

Does void mean to vomit?

The term void is normally used to indicate a voiding of the bladder (peeing) or voiding of the bowels (poohing). It is not normally used to indicate a voiding of the stomach, this is called vomiting.

What cause vomit of blood?

I'd see a doctor immediately as it could be one of many things, all very serious. Typhoid, TB and lung cancer all cause this.

Can a horse vomit when they are sick?

strange fact is that horses cannot vomit.

Is Vomit called Excrement?

No, vomit is not called excrement. Excrement is feces.

Why are there so many words for vomit?

If you've ever thought of it we have A LOT of words for vomit. (Upchuck, barf, puke, throw up, toss cookies, heave, retch etc.)

Americans are fascinated by gross things. Instead of finding the cure for cancer Americans are wasting time thinking of words for vomit and making them famous. ( And we wonder why the country's in a crisis)

Why do I vomit when I take pepto bismal?

Vomiting after taking Pepto-Bismol could be due to several reasons, including an adverse reaction to the medication or an underlying gastrointestinal issue that the medication is not addressing. Some individuals may also be sensitive to the active ingredient, bismuth subsalicylate, which can irritate the stomach lining. Additionally, taking it on an empty stomach or exceeding the recommended dosage might contribute to nausea and vomiting. If this persists, it's best to consult a healthcare professional.

Why would someone vomit from a Gastric tube feeding?

Someone would vomit from a Gastric tube feeding because getting something shoved down your body is not a good feeling in any case.

What does vomit look like?

vomit is certainly not the favorite thing in a persons life, but I will tell you what it looks like. vomit is the acid waste from a persons stomach. vomit does not have a specific color but some people say that it is green. vomit can be any color, but it depends what you eat. its a liquid that comes "backup" when you jump around too much, or you have eaten something bad, or the stomach just doesn't settle in your stomach as well. the vomit comes out by its self and you have no control over it. here's a little tip to know when you are about to vomit. when you are about to vomit, your mouth gets really watery, and you start to get a little nervous, and you feel as if you are about to pass out, those are the signs to watch out for.

Is liquid methadone effective if you vomit after taking?

Generally, if someone has had the stomach flu or feels nauseated when they go to my methadone clinic, the nurse has you wait there for 15 minutes after you dose. This happened to me once, and they said as long as you keep it down for 15-20 min. after dosing, you should have absorbed most of it. If you vomit before the 15 min. are up, they will consider dosing you again at about half of your normal dosing level.