Cyclic vomiting syndrome

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Causes

By Mayo Clinic staff

The cause of cyclic vomiting syndrome is unknown, but the bouts of vomiting that characterize the condition can be triggered by:

  • Colds, allergies or sinus problems
  • Emotional stress or excitement
  • Foods such as chocolate or cheese
  • Overeating or eating right before going to bed
  • Hot weather
  • Physical exhaustion
  • Menstruation
  • Motion sickness
References
  1. Dulude E, et al. Cyclic vomiting syndrome. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed Sept. 26, 2010.
  2. Li BU, et al. North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition consensus statement on the diagnosis and management of cyclic vomiting syndrome. Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. 2008;47:379.
  3. Cyclic vomiting syndrome. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/cvs/CyclicVomitingSyndrome.pdf. Accessed Sept. 26, 2010.
  4. Pareek NP. Cyclic vomiting syndrome: What a gastroenterologist needs to know. American Journal of Gastroenterology. 2007;102:2832.
DS00835 Nov. 24, 2010

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