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While you may have the remedy (Pharmacy) the diagnosis (Doctor) must be done as well to show how we are unhealthy both spiritually and physically?

We all have been sicken by the Colonial deses of religious politics and many will not change unless we see what we have been doing wrong?

Every one has their calling and purpose, but we all have the same vision and with a different mission in life?

“Be thou not proud, Oh Man! in thy wisdom; discourse with the ignorant, as well as the wise.”

Why would a doctor analyze vomit of a patient?

A doctor may analyze a patient’s vomit (emesis) as part of an evaluation to determine the underlying cause of their symptoms. The appearance of the vomit, such as its color, consistency, and odor, can provide important clues about the condition affecting the patient.

Here are some specific things a doctor might look for when analyzing vomit:

Color:

Green or yellow:

Can indicate bile from the stomach, which might be due to issues like small bowel obstruction or bile

reflux.

Brown:

Can suggest severe constipation, which can cause the vomit to smell like feces. It can also be due to old, digested blood, which can have a coffee-ground appearance.

Red or pink:

Indicates the presence of fresh blood, which can be a serious issue, like a bleeding ulcer.

Clear:

Can be caused by conditions like a stomach bug or consuming a large amount of fluid on an empty stomach.

Consistency:

Partially or fully digested food: May suggest issues with gastric emptying, such as gastroparesis or gastric outlet obstruction.

Recognizable food several hours after eating: Can point to problems with stomach motility or obstruction of the stomach outlet.

Odor:

Foul odor:

Might indicate an intestinal obstruction or a fistula (an abnormal connection) between the colon and the duodenum.

In addition to analyzing the vomit itself, doctors will also consider:

When the vomiting started:

Abrupt onset may suggest conditions like food poisoning or gastroenteritis, while gradual onset might indicate issues like gastroparesis or pregnancy.

How often the patient is vomiting:

Frequent or persistent vomiting can be a sign of a more serious underlying condition.

Associated symptoms:

Like abdominal pain, fever, diarrhea, weight loss, or neurological symptoms can help narrow down the possibilities.

Based on these observations and other findings from the physical examination and patient history, the doctor can then order further diagnostic tests like blood tests, urine tests, or imaging studies to confirm the diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment plan

Self-care nausea treatments:

You can ease your queasy tummy with a few simple tips:

Drink beverages to soothe the stomach, such as chamomile tea or ginger ale

Drink clear liquids to avoid dehydration

Avoid caffeine. Coffee, colas, and caffeinated drinks can upset your stomach.

Eat a bland diet—bananas, rice, plain crackers

Avoid spicy foods and overeating

Rest

Medications for nausea:

There are over-the-counter and prescription medications that can act as nausea and vomiting treatments, including:

Antacids

Motion sickness medication

Prescription anti-nausea medication

Prescription anti-anxiety medication

The best way to avoid nausea and vomiting is to treat the cause. A primary care doctor can help find the trigger.