Can being tired make you nauseous

Jet lag and exhaustion can make you vomit

Body Odd

June 15, 2012, 5:50 PM UTC

By Meghan Holohan

On Thursday evening in Bern, Switzerland, Myanmar’s Nobel Peace Prize award-winner, Aung San Suu Kyi, discontinued her press conference after 15 minutes. Suu Kyi paused the questioning as a sickened look crossed her face. She grabbed a bag and vomited into it. She left the conference apologizing for the sudden eruption, um, interruption.

She began the press conference by noting she felt exhausted and struggled to adjust to the time difference. Can fatigue -- plus a bad case of jet lag -- really make you throw up?

“A combination of exhaustion and experiencing a big time difference could certainly lead someone to vomit. This may be even more true if they are very warm or under a great deal of stress,” says Dr. Rachel Vreeman via email. Vreeman is co-author of the book “Don’t Swallow your Gum!: Myths, Half-Truths, and Outright Lies About Your Body and Health” and an assistant professor of pediatrics in the Children's Health Services Research Program at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Exhaustion causes a variety of symptoms, some more common than others. People suffering from a lack of sleep might feel tremors, headache, concentration problems, elevated blood pressure, achy muscles and psychosis.

“Exhaustion can absolutely make someone feel nauseous and even lead to vomiting. Sometimes, the body responds to fatigue -- especially extreme fatigue -- with symptoms of nausea. Stomach upset, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, can also be symptoms of jet lag,” says Vreeman.

Extreme fatigue sparks intervention from two opposing systems in the body -- the parasympathetic nervous system and the sympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system helps people in tough situations by triggering the flight or fight response, which throws the body into alert mode. The parasympathetic nervous system controls at-rest functions like digestion and salivation.

“Depending on which system is reacting the most to the stress and fatigue -- your sympathetic system that creates a flight-or-fight response or your parasympathetic system, which causes you to do things like salivate and have relaxed bowels -- you might experience nausea and vomiting in a particular situation,” Vreeman says.

According to an AP article, Suu Kyi experienced recent bouts of illness when traveling. The slight, 66-year-old political activist felt weak and threw up twice while campaigning for parliament.

Suu Kyi is not alone when it comes to public purging. When George H.W. Bush visited Japan in 1992, he famously spewed on the lap of Prime Minister Kiichi Miyazawa during a state dinner. Bush claimed to be exhausted from an earlier tennis bout and perhaps afflicted by the flu.

Athletes frequently lose their lunches -- some more than others. Pete Sampras and Michael Jordon both spewed on the court, but it seems that former Philadelphia Eagle, Donovan McNabb made blowing chunks a habit. McNabb puked at the end of the fourth quarter during Super Bowl XXXIX. The quarterback said he felt nauseated all game, but teammates claimed McNabb threw up frequently during games and blamed it on exhaustion.

Vreeman says if a person vomits once because of exhaustion, it doesn’t mean it will occur again. People can prevent the negative effects of exhaustion by sleeping more, staying hydrated, and wearing comfortable clothing. If it seems that jet lag is the problem, people can take sleep aids or melatonin to reduce the impact of time change.

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Causes, symptoms, treatment, and more

Fatigue and nausea are common symptoms that often occur together. In some cases, these symptoms may develop as a result of lifestyle factors, such as poor sleep or diet, or lack of exercise. In other cases, they may signal an underlying medical condition that requires treatment.

Fatigue is a term that describes a lack of energy or a feeling of tiredness or sluggishness. Nausea is a feeling of discomfort in the stomach or a feeling of needing to vomit.

This article outlines the potential causes of combined fatigue and nausea and lists the medical treatments and home remedies that may help alleviate these symptoms. We also provide advice on how to prevent fatigue and nausea and when to see a doctor.

Fatigue and nausea can co-occur as a result of:

lifestyle factors
short-term, or acute, illnesses
long-term, or chronic, conditions

Some possible causes of fatigue and nausea are outlined below.

Lifestyle factors

The following lifestyle factors may cause fatigue and nausea:

staying awake too late
not getting enough sleep
eating too much
eating too late at night
drinking too much alcohol the night before
using recreational drugs
lacking physical activity
overexerting oneself
being jet-lagged

Infections

Certain infections may also cause symptoms of fatigue and nausea. Examples include:

bacterial infections, such as:
- Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection
- Escherichia coli (E. coli) infection
- chlamydia
viral infections, such as:
- influenza
- Epstein–Barr virus (EBV)
- hepatitis
- poliovirus
- Ebola virus
- malaria
- dengue fever
parasitic infections, such as:
- hookworm infections

Psychological causes

Mental health issues can sometimes cause physical symptoms, including fatigue and nausea. Examples include:

anxiety
stress
depression
loss and grief

Hormonal issues

Fatigue and nausea can sometimes occur as a result of a condition that affects the hormones or the endocrine system that makes the hormones. Examples include:

hyperthyroidism
hypothyroidism
hyperparathyroidism
hypercalcemia
Addison’s disease

Neurological conditions

Issues that affect the nerves and the nervous system may also cause symptoms such as nausea and fatigue. Examples include:

migraines
epilepsy
concussion
traumatic brain injury (TBI)
multiple sclerosis (MS)
brain tumor

Other conditions

Other conditions could also cause nausea and fatigue with or without additional symptoms. Some examples include:

reactions to animal bites or stings
food poisoning
food intolerances or allergies
celiac disease
inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
peptic ulcer
hypertension
heatstroke
premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
endometriosis
sleep apnea
chronic fatigue syndrome
diabetes
kidney disease
liver cirrhosis, or liver failure

Fatigue and nausea are common during the early stages of pregnancy. Doctors use the term “morning sickness” to refer to nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, although these symptoms may occur at any time of day. A 2014 study notes that morning sickness occurs in around 85% of pregnancies.

If there is any possibility that a person may be pregnant, they should take a pregnancy test. If they are not pregnant, they should see their doctor to determine the cause of their morning nausea.

Feeling nauseous upon waking up may simply be the result of poor sleep or an upset stomach from the night before. However, it could also signal a more chronic underlying health issue.

It is fairly normal for a person’s energy levels to dip after eating. This happens because the body redirects blood to the digestive system to help break down food in the stomach.

Eating too much may cause a large dip in energy levels since the body has more food to digest. Overeating may also cause feelings of fullness or nausea.

Symptoms of fatigue and nausea after eating can sometimes signal a digestive issue. Other possible symptoms of a digestive disease include:

difficulty swallowing
acid reflux
heartburn
vomiting
bloating
abdominal pain
belching or flatulence
constipation
diarrhea
bowel incontinence
blood in stool
unexplained weight gain or weight loss

The treatment for fatigue and nausea depends on the underlying cause. Treating the cause should help eliminate or control the symptoms. Chronic conditions may require a long-term treatment plan.

Doctors may also prescribe treatments for the symptoms themselves. For example, a doctor may prescribe antiemetic drugs to reduce nausea and vomiting.

Certain home remedies may help manage the symptoms of fatigue and nausea. Some examples are outlined below.

Home remedies for nausea

The following home remedies may help settle an upset stomach and reduce feelings of nausea:

sipping a cold drink
drinking ginger or peppermint tea
eating foods containing ginger, such as ginger biscuits or candied ginger
eating multiple small portions
getting a lot of fresh air
finding distractions, such as listening to music, watching a movie, or reading a book

In addition, people should avoid the following:

preparing or eating strong-smelling foods
eating foods that are spicy, fried, or greasy
eating too fast
drinking while eating
wearing clothing that is tight around the waist or abdomen
lying down shortly after eating

Home remedies for fatigue

The following home remedies may help reduce fatigue:

eating smaller meals and healthful snacks every 3–4 hours
gradually decreasing caffeine intake over the course of 3 weeks
limiting alcohol intake and avoiding alcohol before bedtime
drinking more water to prevent dehydration and associated fatigue
gradually increasing physical activity
reaching or maintaining a moderate weight
going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on weekends
avoiding daytime naps
establishing or maintaining a relaxing bedtime routine
reducing stress levels through one or more of the following:
- working out
- practicing yoga or tai chi
- spending time with friends
receiving counseling or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for fatigue caused by stress, anxiety, or low mood

Experiencing fatigue and nausea is not always a cause for concern. Sometimes, these symptoms are the result of poor lifestyle habits. Changing these habits should lead to an improvement or reduction in symptoms.

However, people should see a doctor if they experience severe, persistent, or worsening episodes of fatigue and nausea.

It is important to seek immediate medical attention for fatigue and nausea that are accompanied by any of the following symptoms:

chest pain or pressure
difficulty breathing
slurred speech
persistent confusion
continuous or repeated vomiting
fever
yellowing of the skin or eyes
suicidal thoughts

The above symptoms may indicate a serious underlying medical condition that requires prompt medical treatment.

The outlook for people experiencing combined fatigue and nausea depends on the underlying cause of these symptoms.

Fatigue and nausea are not always a cause for concern. This combination of symptoms sometimes goes away following appropriate lifestyle adjustments, such as changes in eating, sleeping, or exercise habits.

However, severe, persistent, or recurrent episodes of fatigue and nausea can indicate an underlying medical condition that requires treatment. In some instances, it may take time for a doctor to diagnose and treat the cause. Once a doctor has established a diagnosis and a treatment plan, a person will typically find relief from these symptoms.

It may not be possible to prevent all causes of fatigue and nausea. However, the following factors may reduce a person’s risk of developing these symptoms:

staying hydrated
limiting alcohol and caffeine intake and avoiding either before bedtime
avoiding large meals and eating late at night
getting plenty of sleep each night
following basic personal hygiene to help prevent infections
eating a healthful diet and exercising regularly to reduce the risk of health conditions that can cause fatigue and nausea
alleviating stress through one or more of the following:
- mindfulness meditation
- breathing exercises
- yoga or tai chi
seeking therapy for mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression

Fatigue and nausea are symptoms that commonly occur together. In some cases, they are the result of lifestyle habits, such as poor sleep or diet, or lack of exercise. In other instances, they may signal an underlying mental or physical health issue that requires treatment.

Sometimes, a person may experience symptom relief after using home remedies to aid sleep, alleviate stress, or improve diet. However, if these changes do not lead to an improvement in symptoms, a person should see their doctor.

Anyone who experiences severe, persistent, or recurrent episodes of fatigue and nausea should seek a medical diagnosis and treatment. Following appropriate treatment, most people should experience an improvement in their symptoms.

11 symptoms of overwork and what to do about it

Constant and difficult work that requires full dedication of energy, household chores, lack of rest and many other factors of modern life lead to the fact that the human body weakens and overwork occurs.

Causes of overwork:

- frequent stress that accompanies a person both at home and at work;

- lack of rest during daily long work;

- poor quality and lack of sleep;

- lack of physical activity with regular mental activity;

- unbalanced diet and eating disorders;

- long monotonous and monotonous work.

There are two types of overwork: physical and mental. The first develops gradually, and to eliminate it, it is enough to have a good rest, sleep, take a bath or massage. But overwork from mental work often comes unnoticed by a person.

There are four degrees of mental overwork: beginning, mild, severe and severe.

The main symptoms of overwork:

1. Reduced efficiency.

2. Decreased attention.

3. Slowness.

4. Difficulties in switching attention.

5. Fatigue and apathy.

6. Redness of the eyes.

7. Irritability, nervousness.

8. Headache.

9. Attacks of nausea, fainting.

10. Lack or increase in appetite.

11. Sleep disorder.

Of course, every person gets tired, but in order to avoid overwork, it is necessary:

— to properly organize your working day. You can pre-write a list of things that need to be done today, the main thing is to calculate your strength and not try to do more than is possible;

- enough sleep, the optimal duration of sleep for an adult is 8 hours;

- monitor nutrition, a balanced diet is the key to a healthy body and strong immunity;

- take rest breaks so that there is no overwork and work is productive;

- adequately use physical activity, walk more, go to the park for a walk, find time to do some kind of sport in order to change the situation a little, as a result of which mood and well-being will improve. But you shouldn’t go in for sports at night, thereby reducing sleep, by doing this you will only harm your health;

- find an activity that is interesting, the main thing is that you get only positive emotions from this process.

_Based on materials from rospotrebnadzor.ru_

_Photo by pixabay_

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