It is most common in patients with terminal cancer.It is also common in patients with other diagnoses.
Causes
There are several causes of nausea and vomiting.
Noxious odors, tastes, or sights can sometimes trigger this response.
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Treatment
Treatment will begin with identifying the cause, and reversing it if possible.
Some patients may be given a liquid form of the medicine if they can keep it down.
Prompt treatment will help ensure that the patient gets comfortable as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, nausea and vomiting are very common at the end of life.
The first treatment will be to eliminate the cause of nausea and vomiting if it is known.
Sometimes this is a matter of changing medications or treating medication side effects, such as constipation.
If there is no apparent cause, the doctor can prescribe medication to reduce nausea and vomiting.
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