Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is a gastrointestinal condition that involves repeated episodes of severevomiting.
In between these episodes, several weeks or months may pass without symptoms.
Estimates suggest that about 1% to 2% of U.S. children are affected by cyclic vomiting syndrome.
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The condition is somewhat less common in adults.
However, recent data indicates that more adults may have cyclic vomiting syndrome than previously believed.
During an episode, you might vomit multiple times per hour.
Other symptoms of cyclic vomiting syndrome include:
Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome in Children vs.
Adults
Cyclic vomiting syndrome is particularly common in children ages 3 to 7.
Symptoms of cyclic vomiting syndrome in children and adults are similar.
How Long Does a Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome Episode Last?
Like CVS, CHS causes sudden episodes of severe vomiting that can last up to a week.
Also, people with CHS often report experiencing severe abdominal pain around their belly button area during episodes.
To avoid worsening your symptoms, avoid excessive stimulation to the nervous system.
This includes physical activity, bright lights, and loud noises.
If you’re free to keep them down, drink plenty of fluidsin small sipsto stay hydrated.
Your healthcare provider may also prescribe medication to stop a vomiting episode from worsening or shorten its length.
Between episodes, weeks or months often go by without incident.
A cyclic vomiting syndrome episode consists of four phases.
Symptoms such as nausea, stomach pain, and excessive sweating begin to appear during the initial prodrome phase.
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