Constant nausea and vomiting

Hello @charles826 and all others who have participated in this discussion on nausea. I have read several posts encouraging the use of charcoal in the treatment of nausea. However, I would like to caution you on the use of this supplement for nausea.

I'm providing a link from a reputable website, WebMD, regarding benefits as well as side-effects. Always, of course, discuss changes in your supplements with your doctor before adding a new supplement. Supplements can often run interference with other medications.
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/activated-charcoal-uses-risks

Hi @shelleyw, thanks for posting. Yes, you did the right thing in advising that the things you do work for you. I appreciate that. Your post was not done improperly.

Charcoal was popular on social media and touted by supplement companies a few years ago. Hence we jumped in to post evidence-based information about its use.

Activated charcoal is effective for clearing out toxins in emergency poisoning situations for specific toxins. There have been a few studies that have researched charcoal for indigestion: to reduce gas and bloating, and to treat and prevent diarrhea. But the evidence remains inconclusive.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.

Hello. I'm a 61-year-old male. About six years ago at 54, I woke up around 3:00 AM with vomiting, severe nausea, significant stomach acid and burping. I threw up my entire dinner eaten about six hours prior. This spell lasted about five days, with the vomiting and nausea persistent throughout. I couldn't keep any solids, liquids or medications down. Any cough, throat-clearing, sneeze, nose-blowing, hawking or burping triggered vomiting. I was completely incapacitated during this time, too ill to even answer an e-mail or call a friend. I spent most of these days in a warm bath which was THE only thing that brought relief. I couldn't sit up in a chair or lay down in bed. After this time, the illness gradually subsides, and a simple diet of minimal servings of fruit juice, nutrition shakes, canned pears and chicken broth for a few days can be kept down until acid subsides, and diet and appetite return to normal. I've had about 14 episodes since and am just coming off one today Tuesday 11/05/24 that started last Wednesday (6 days). One such episode lasted 9 days and put me in the ER. In addition to the vomiting and nausea, this illness wreaks havoc on my entire body and psyche, causing other side effects, and taking days to recover. Employment, relationships, finances and overall lifestyle continue to be affected by this disorder.
A team of Gastroenterologists here have given me every test they can think of but cannot diagnose the problem. I quit alcohol 19 months ago thinking it was a contributor, but I've had three episodes during my abstinence, so that's not the issue (I've maintained my abstinence regardless). I am an occasional user of medical cannabis, but my GP ruled out CHS based on medical history and experience with cannabis. In addition, I had a vomiting episode during a six-month abstinence from medical cannabis, so again this doesn't appear to be the issue. If anyone has any info that may help, please share. My doctors and I are out of answers. I've retired recently and plan extensive travel, so I need to get this figured out. Thanks in advance.