1. + Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome ((April Dougherty))

2. + No known causes Mostly found in children Dehydration Electrolyte imbalance (loss of important salts that keep body functioning properly) Peptic esophagitis (esophagus becomes injured) Hematemesis (irritated esophagus. Blood mixes with vomit) Mallory-Weiss Tear (esophagus may tears open and stomach bruises from vomiting or retching) Tooth decay

3. + Severe vomiting*Excessive thirst Nausea *sensitivity to light Gagging*fever Pallor (pale)*dizziness Exhaustion*diarrhea Listlessness*abdominal pain Drooling

4. + Prodrome (nausea & vomiting; abdominal pain. Lasts minutes to hours) Episode (nausea & vomiting; inability to eat, drink, and take medicine w/out vomiting; paleness, drowsiness, and exhaustion) Recovery (nausea & vomiting stop; color, health, and appetite return) Symptom-free interval (between episodes & no symptoms)

5. + Cannot be cured Plenty of rest Stay in bed and sleep and dark, quiet room Drink water and replace electrolytes Eat solids when appetite returns When symptoms begin, can take tylenol or ibuprofen to attempt to prevent episodes Prescriptions are offered by doctors

6. + No clear tests Doctor looks at symptoms and medical history to exclude other, more common diseases and disorders that could cause nausea & vomiting Doctors need to identify patterns or cycles

7. + Most common is an infection Mostly in children: emotional stress or excitement Colds, allergies, sinus problems, and flu in some Eating certain foods (chocolate or cheese) Eating too much Eating before bed Hot weather Physical exhaustion Menstruation Motion sickness