Cyclic vomiting syndrome is a disease characterized by episodes of severe nausea and vomiting. Patients may have episodes of nausea or vomiting 6-12 times per hour and each episode lasts from several hours to around 3 weeks. Sometimes it is accompanied by abdominal pain, headache or migraine headache attacks. When vomiting, patients may vomit stomach acid, bile and blood. This disease often occurs in childhood. It is more common in girls than boys. Although it usually ends during adolescence, it can continue into adulthood for some patients. The cause of cyclic vomiting syndrome is unclear yet. Treatment: appropriate application of anti-anxiety drugs (such as oxazepam) may prevent attacks. During the attacks, rehydrate the patients, correct water and electrolyte disorders and acid-base balance. Sedatives such as chlorpromazine and phenobarbital help children to calm down and rest.
How is Cyclic vomiting syndrome treated in practice?