Emesis

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Emesis

Emesis (pronounced: /ˈɛmɪsɪs/), also known as vomiting, is the involuntary, forceful expulsion of the contents of one's stomach through the mouth and sometimes the nose.

Etymology

The term "emesis" is derived from the Greek word "ἔμεσις" (émesis), which means "vomiting". It is related to the verb "ἐμέω" (eméo), meaning "I vomit".

Related Terms

  • Nausea: A feeling of unease and discomfort in the upper stomach with an involuntary urge to vomit.
  • Regurgitation: The return of undigested food back up the esophagus to the mouth, without the force and displeasure associated with vomiting.
  • Retching: Also known as dry heaving, it is the act of vomiting without producing any substance.
  • Anti-emetics: A class of drugs used to suppress nausea and vomiting.
  • Gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically resulting from bacterial toxins or viral infection and causing vomiting and diarrhea.

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