Reasons for Increased Nausea

"Nausea" refers to the unpleasant sensation or queasiness that occurs just before vomiting. It may lead to vomiting or subside on its own.

Times When Nausea is Likely to Occur

Nausea often arises under the following conditions:

• Shortly after or some time following overeating or excessive drinking

• When experiencing intense or prolonged stress

• After taking medication or receiving an IV

• Upon waking up or shortly after rising

• Alongside symptoms like fever, headache, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, or constipation

In addition, nausea can occur suddenly and may lead to dehydration if vomiting is persistent.

Possible Health Conditions Causing Nausea

The following health conditions can cause nausea:

Other possible causes include acute gastritis (acute gastric mucosal lesions), gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, constipation, bowel obstruction (ileus), myocardial infarction, chronic constipation, appendicitis, diabetes, hypertensive emergencies, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and meningitis.

In any case, a medical examination at a hospital is the most accurate way to determine the exact cause.

Nausea may also be due to factors like stress or habits. For example, some people experience nausea in stressful situations, while others feel nauseous due to an irritation in the throat.

Self-diagnosis is discouraged. If nausea is accompanied by fever or diarrhea, seek medical attention promptly.

How to Manage Nausea

For stress-induced nausea, rest in a comfortable position, lying down if possible, to calm the body and mind. Gently massaging the abdomen can help ease stomach activity.

If you’re sleep-deprived, maintain a regular sleep schedule for about a week to stabilize your body.

As immediate relief techniques, press the "Sanri" acupoint (a point below the knee) or the "Rokyu" point (between the index and middle fingers on the palm) to relieve nausea.

Other helpful practices include eating slowly to reduce stomach acid production and choosing gentle foods that are easy on the stomach. Avoid overeating and spicy or overly stimulating foods.