Nausea refers to a discomfort in the stomach that makes you want to vomit. Meanwhile, vomiting refers to the forced emptying of the stomach through the mouth.

Both nausea and vomiting can be triggered by a number of factors, such as overeating, viral infections, motion sickness, food allergies, intestinal blockage, morning sickness in pregnancy, and concussion or head injuries.

• Sip small amounts of water or isotonic drinks
• If you can hold it down, eat light, bland foods like small pieces of bread

• Sip small amounts of water or isotonic drinks
• Do not consume solid foods until the vomiting has stopped

Depending on the severity of your condition, you can get timely treatment by going to the appropriate healthcare option.

• Vomiting continues for more than a few hours
• You have stomach pains
• You have diarrhoea
  

Your GP is well placed to treat mild-to-moderate symptoms at the clinic and refer you to a specialist when necessary.

• Have persistent vomiting and diarrhoea despite self-medication or seeing a GP.
• Have signs of dehydration, e.g., you feel very thirsty, giddy, or have a dry mouth.
• Or your GP thinks that you are at risk of dehydration and you require an intravenous drip.

You can visit the UCC for conditions that require urgent attention but are not life-threatening. For example, someone with persistent vomiting or diarrhoea can be administered an intravenous drip at UCC instead of heading to the Emergency Department of a hospital directly.

To check the services offered at each UCC, please check with the healthcare providers directly.

• Have a severe fever, stomach pains, or headache.
• Are vomiting after sustaining a head injury.
  

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