Is dry vomiting a sign of acid reflux?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I have been vomiting for 4 months now. I am not pregnant, when the body is tired, the condition is worse. When I am hungry, I feel uncomfortable when I drink water, I want to vomit, when I eat full, I also vomit, everything else is normal. Doctor let me ask if the dry vomiting is a sign of acid reflux? Is there any medicine to relieve dry vomiting? I hope the doctor can help me. Thank you doctor.
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Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Mai Vien Phuong - Head of Department of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital
Hello,
To the question "Is dry vomiting a sign of gastroesophageal reflux?", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Dry vomiting is caused by many causes, for example, reflux esophagitis, gastritis, convulsions. angina...
There are many medicines to treat vomiting. However, which drug to use depends on the diagnosis and the patient's condition. You can register for an examination at the Department of Gastroenterology of Vinmec medical system for a more detailed assessment of your medical condition.
If you still have questions about the symptoms of dry vomiting, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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