10 Spinal Meningitis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #9: Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea describes an unpleasant sensation where there is an involuntary urge to vomit. While it may not be painful, prolonged nausea can be debilitating by placing discomfort on the back of the throat, chest, and upper abdomen. Vomiting refers to the involuntary expulsion from the stomach.
Both nausea and vomiting can be caused by issues such as increased intracranial pressure, gastritis, and motion sickness. Both nausea and vomiting can be managed using antiemetics such as promethazine, ondansetron, and metoclopramide. Excessive fluid loss may require intravenous fluid administration.
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