When do I have to go to the doctor?
It is not necessary to consult a doctor every time vomiting occurs. Vomiting is often harmless and can be caused by slight infections of the stomach. An intolerance to food is also a possible cause.
Accordingly, the vomiting usually lasts for a short period of time and heals promptly. However, if this does not happen or if the vomiting is characterized by a strong and frequent repetition, a visit to the doctor should take place soon. A doctor should also be consulted if there are accompanying symptoms such as fever or severe pain.
Other alternative forms of therapy
As an alternative form of therapy for vomiting, for example, Schüssler salts can be considered.These are recommended adapted to accompanying symptoms. The dosage is up to three tablets five times a day. Vomiting can be accompanied by damage to the mucous membrane of the stomach and especially the esophagus.
This in turn can cause additional nausea and vomiting. The damage is usually due to an attack of the mucous membrane of the oesophagus by the acidic gastric juice. Linseed or flea seeds, processed as a pulp, can be used for this purpose.
Marshmallow flower tea can also be used as a possible treatment. Fennel tea can also reduce the acidity of the stomach.
- Potassium Phosphoricum can be helpful in case of additional exhaustion and bad smelling excrements.
- Sodium Chloratum is recommended especially for stomach pain and heartburn.
- Potassium Bromatum is good for nervous conditions and associated vomiting.
- In case of a suspected infection causing vomiting, Ferrum Phosphoricum can be used.
Acupressure is a procedure similar to acupuncture.
The basic principle of body energy flows, which can be stimulated by different points, remains the same. However, acupressure involves a massage of these points. In the case of vomiting, the Pc-6 point is mainly used for this.
Here energy flows of the stomach are represented. This point is located on the inside of the forearm, a little before the wrist. Regular acupressure can be used to try to improve the energy flows of the body. If you use it yourself, you should first receive professional instruction.
