NAUSEA
AND VOMITING: HERBAL REMEDIES FOR
VOMITING BY BABALAWO OBANIFA
This work will document some herbal remedies available in Yoruba herbal
medicine for for treatment of Nausea and vomiting. The focus of the work will
be to explore from explore in detail from the perspective of orthodox medicine Nausea and Vomiting, Causes’ ,symptoms and
treatment.Why the concluding part will document Yoruba traditional herbal
remedies for the treatment of vomiting as well as other home remedies for the treatment
of vomiting. It is instructive to note that information provide in this work is
not meant to serve as a substitute to the service of a qualified train health
practitioner where the service of one is required. In our attempt to give
detail explanation on what Nausea and vomiting is from orthodox perspective ,
We will adopt myriad of view and information from the leading work of Kati
Blake title, Nausea and Vomiting, the work have been medically review by
Carrisa Stephens, RN,CCRN,CPN and had also be published on www.healthonline.com. Source-https://www.healthline.com/health/nausea-and-vomiting.According
to the aforementioned source,Vomiting is an
uncontrollable reflex that expels the contents of the stomach through the
mouth. It’s also called “being sick” or “throwing up.” Nausea is a term that
describes the feeling that you might vomit, but aren’t actually vomiting.
Both
nausea and vomiting are very common symptoms and can be caused by a wide range
of factors. They occur in both children and adults, although they’re probably
most common in pregnant women and people undergoing cancer treatments.
Nausea
and vomiting may occur together or separately. They can be caused by a number
of physical and psychological conditions.
Nausea
The
most common causes of nausea are intense pain — usually from an injury or
illness — and the first trimester of pregnancy. There are
also a number of other relatively common causes, including:
- motion sickness
- emotional stress
- indigestion
- food poisoning
- viruses
- exposure to chemical toxins
If
you have gallstones,
you’re also likely to feel nauseated.
You
may find that certain smells bring on the feeling of nausea. This is a very
common symptom during the first
trimester of pregnancy, although it can also occur in people who aren’t
pregnant. Pregnancy-induced nausea usually goes away by the second or third
trimester.
Vomiting in children
The
most common causes of vomiting in children are viral infections and food
poisoning. However, vomiting can also be caused by:
- severe motion sickness
- coughing
- high fevers
- overeating
In
very young infants, blocked intestines can also cause persistent vomiting. The
intestines may become blocked by abnormal muscular thickening, hernia, gallstones, or
tumors. This is uncommon, but should be investigated if unexplained vomiting
occurs in an infant.
Vomiting in adults
Most
adults rarely vomit. When it does occur, a bacterial or viral infection or a
type of food poisoning usually causes vomiting. In some cases, vomiting can
also be the result of other illnesses, especially if they lead to a headache or
high fever.
Chronic stomach conditions
Chronic,
or long-term, stomach conditions can often cause nausea and vomiting. These
conditions can come along with other symptoms, such as diarrhea, constipation, and stomach pain.
These chronic conditions include food intolerances, such as celiac disease
and dairy protein and lactose
intolerance.
Irritable
bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common stomach condition that causes bloating,
nausea, vomiting, heartburn, fatigue, and cramping. It occurs when parts of the
gut become overactive. Doctors usually diagnose IBS by identifying symptoms and
ruling out other stomach and bowel conditions.
Crohn’s
disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that commonly affects the
intestines, though it can occur anywhere in the digestive tract. Crohn’s
disease is an autoimmune condition in which the body attacks its own healthy
gut tissue, causing inflammation, nausea, vomiting, and pain.
Doctors
usually diagnose Crohn’s disease using a colonoscopy, a
procedure that uses a small camera to explore the colon. Sometimes they also
need a stool sample to help diagnose the condition.
Lifestyle choices
Certain
lifestyle choices can increase your chance of experiencing nausea and vomiting.
Consuming
a large amount of alcohol can
cause damage to the lining of the gut. Alcohol can also react with stomach
acid. Both of these will cause nausea and vomiting. In some cases, excessive
alcohol consumption can also cause bleeding in the digestive tract.
Eating disorders
An
eating disorder is when a person adjusts their eating habits and behaviors
based on an unhealthy body image. It can cause nausea and vomiting.
Bulimia is an
eating disorder in which a person induces vomiting deliberately to purge the
stomach of any consumed food. People with anorexia may also
feel nausea due to starvation and excess stomach acid.
Serious conditions
Though
rare, vomiting can sometimes occur as a symptom of a more serious condition,
including:
If
you’re persistently vomiting, go see your doctor.
Seek
medical care if you have nausea or are vomiting for more than a week. Most
cases of vomiting clear up within 6 to 24 hours after the first episode.
Under 6 years old
Seek
emergency care for any child under 6 years old who:
- has both vomiting and diarrhea
- has projectile vomiting
- is showing symptoms of dehydration, like wrinkled skin, irritability, a weak pulse, or reduced consciousness
- has been vomiting for more than two or three hours
- has a fever of above 100°F (38°C)
- hasn’t urinated in more than six hours
Over 6 years old
Seek
emergency care for children over 6 years old if:
- vomiting has lasted for more than 24 hours
- there are symptoms of dehydration
- the child hasn’t urinated in more than six hours
- the child appears confused or lethargic
- the child has a fever higher than 102°F (39°C)
Adults
Seek
emergency medical care if you have any of the following symptoms:
- a severe headache
- a stiff neck
- lethargy
- confusion
- blood in the vomit
- a rapid pulse
- rapid breathing
- a fever of over 102°F (39°C)
- decreased responsiveness
- severe or persistent abdominal pain
You
can use a number of methods to relieve nausea and vomiting, including home
remedies and medications.
Self-treatment for nausea
To
treat nausea at home:
- Consume only light, plain foods, such as bread and crackers.
- Avoid any foods that have strong flavors, are very sweet, or are greasy or fried.
- Drink cold liquids.
- Avoid any activity after eating.
- Drink a cup of ginger tea.
Self-treatment for vomiting
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- Drink a large amount of clear fluids to remain hydrated, but consume it in small sips at a time.
- Avoid solid foods of any kind until vomiting stops.
- Rest.
- Avoid using medications that may upset your stomach, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or corticosteroids.
- Use an oral rehydration solution to replace lost electrolytes.
Medical care
Before
prescribing medication, you doctor will ask you questions about when the nausea
and vomiting began and when it’s at its worst. They may also ask you about your
eating habits and whether anything makes the vomiting and nausea better or
worse.
A
number of prescription medications can control nausea and vomiting, including
medications you can use during pregnancy. These include promethazine
(Phenergan), diphenhydramine (Benadryl), trimethobenzamide (Tigan), and ondansetron
(Zofran).
Most
nausea and vomiting will clear up on its own, unless you have an underlying
chronic condition.
However,
persistent vomiting can cause dehydration and malnutrition. You may
also find that your hair and nails become weak and brittle, and that constant
vomiting decays your tooth enamel.
You
can avoid nausea by eating smaller meals throughout the day, eating slowly, and
resting after eating. Some people find that avoiding certain food groups and
spicy foods prevents nausea.
If
you start to feel nauseated, eat plain crackers before getting up and try to
consume a high-protein food, such as cheese, lean meat, or nuts, before you go
to sleep.
If
you’re vomiting, try to drink small amounts of a sugary liquid, such as a soda
or fruit juice. Drinking ginger ale or eating ginger can help settle your
stomach. Avoid acidic juices, such as orange juice. They may upset your stomach
further.
Over-the-counter
medications, such as meclizine
(Bonine) and dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), can lessen the effects of motion
sickness. Limit snacks during car rides and look straight out of a front window
if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Herbal Remedies for vomiting in Yoruba herbal
Medicine by Babalawo Obanifa
1.
Eepo Igi Oruru(bark stem of Lannea Webwitschii)
Eepo Orin Odan (Baks stem of Anogeissu Lelocorpus)
Eepo Dasa(
bark stem of Diodia Scandens).
Preparation
The entire aforementioned will be squeeze and soak in a clean water.
The entire aforementioned will be squeeze and soak in a clean water.
Uses
Adult should
be taking half glass of three times
daily.while children should be taking a quarter
of glass of the decoction three times
daily.
2.
Koro ewedu
tabi Oyoyo( seeds of Corchorus Olitorius)
Preparation
Grind the
seeds to form a fine powder.
Uses
One full
spoon of it should be taking with hot palp three times a day.
3.
Alubosa
Elewe(Allium Ascalonicum)
Ewe Eyin Olobe
( leaves of Phyllauthus Amarus)
Omi ekan (
supernatant of corn paste)
Uses
Put the the first two aforemention items inside the supernatant of the corn paste.
Put the the first two aforemention items inside the supernatant of the corn paste.
Uses
Decant it
and drink the water in lukewarm or hot state.
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