What causes nausea and salivation and how can it be treated?

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Posted by Master, Doctor Mai Vien Phuong - Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital

Nausea may be accompanied by increased salivation, loss of appetite for certain foods. These symptoms are usually not too dangerous if they appear infrequently, but when they occur frequently, they can be a sign of a medical condition. So how to overcome nausea and salivation?

1. What causes salivation and nausea?

There are a number of medical conditions that can cause nausea and salivation. Some of these conditions require immediate medical attention, while others can be resolved with a routine visit.
1.1 Constipation Constipation is a digestive condition characterized by infrequent, painful bowel movements. Common symptoms include pain during bowel movements, hard stools, and a feeling that they can't get rid of them all.
Researchers found that nausea is a common symptom of chronic constipation. Other symptoms include heartburn and difficulty swallowing, both of which can now cause increased salivation.
1.2 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome is a group of intestinal symptoms that lead to chronic stomach upset. This condition can cause chronic constipation, diarrhea, or both. Research has shown that nausea can cause salivation, which is a common symptom as well as gas and bloating.
1.3 Food poisoning Food poisoning is a bacterial infection of the digestive tract. Nausea is one of the earliest symptoms of food poisoning. Other symptoms include fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. When food poisoning patients need to immediately go to medical facilities for timely treatment.

1.4 Gastritis Gastritis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the stomach lining. Nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain are the main symptoms of this condition. More nausea and vomiting can cause increased salivation.

1.5 Peptic ulcer Peptic ulcer is a general term for ulcers in the stomach, esophagus, and intestines. Stomach ulcers often cause mild to severe burning pain throughout the chest and stomach. Other symptoms include nausea and vomiting, indigestion, and blood in the stool. Like other digestive conditions, nausea can lead to salivation.
1.6 Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Acid reflux can lead to nausea, difficulty swallowing, and increased salivation. Other symptoms include heartburn, a bitter taste in the mouth, and regurgitation of food or liquids.
1.7 Esophagitis Esophagitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the esophagus, the tube that extends from the mouth to the stomach. With esophagitis, the inflammation can make it difficult to swallow, causing watery mouth.
Many causes of esophagitis, such as GERD, medications, or infections, can lead to salivation and nausea. Untreated esophagitis may require medical attention.

1.8 Dysphagia Dysphagia is a condition that makes it difficult to swallow. Watery mouth is a common symptom of dysphagia. Other symptoms include difficulty or pain when eating. Some medical causes of dysphagia can cause nausea, making salivation worse. If dysphagia leads to choking or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention right away.
1.9 Diabetic ketoacidosis Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious diabetic complication that occurs when the body turns fat into ketones for fuel due to a lack of insulin.
Diabetic ketoacidosis requires immediate medical attention. Go to the nearest emergency room if you experience nausea and vomiting accompanied by:
Increased urination and thirst Rapid breathing High blood sugar and ketones Gallstones Gallstones are hard deposits that form in the gallbladder from excess cholesterol in bile. Untreated gallstones can lead to acute cholecystitis, causing nausea and vomiting.

1.10 Mumps Mumps is a viral illness that affects the salivary glands and causes them to swell. Having mumps can make it hard for you to swallow, leading to salivation. Mumps can also lead to pancreatitis, which can cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Other symptoms of mumps include fever and body aches.
1.11 Stroke A stroke is a life-threatening condition in which blood flow to the brain is blocked. Stroke is one cause of increased salivation, so this symptom may also be present.
To treat this condition, the person should call the emergency department immediately if they notice symptoms of a stroke, such as:
Drooping eyelids, numbness or weakness on one side of the body Stuttering Nausea Headache Dizziness 1.12 Pancreatic cancer Pancreatic cancer can develop from two different types of cells in the pancreas. Nausea is a common symptom of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer can also cause an increase in stomach acid, leading to watery mouth.
Other symptoms include:
Unexplained weight loss Abdominal pain Digestive symptoms 1.13 Generalized Anxiety Disorder Anxiety can lead to a number of gut-related symptoms. Nausea is a common symptom of anxiety. Some of the symptoms include:
Abdominal pain Indigestion Diarrhea Constipation Excessive worry can even lead to IBS or a stomach ulcer due to stress, both of which can cause increased blood pressure. salivary secretion.

1.14 Carbon monoxide poisoning Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is produced during the combustion of fuel. Carbon monoxide poisoning can be fatal. Common symptoms include:
Nausea Headache Dizziness Confusion Vomiting Carbon monoxide can cause nerve damage as a potential cause of hypersalivation.
1.15 Lactose Intolerance Lactose intolerance is caused by the body's inability to produce lactase, an enzyme that breaks down lactose. Symptoms usually occur soon after consuming lactose. These include:
Nausea Diarrhea Vomiting Bloating Gas 1.16 Prescription drugs According to research, nausea and salivation are both potential side effects of many medications. Treatment for drooling and nausea depends on the cause. Some may require urgent treatment, some need treatment in a doctor's office, and others can be handled at home.
Diabetic ketoacidosis, carbon monoxide poisoning, stroke and gallstones are all serious conditions that require immediate medical attention. If you or someone else is experiencing nausea, salivation, and other common symptoms of these conditions, call an emergency department right away.

2. Intensive treatment of nausea and salivation

For gastrointestinal infections such as food poisoning, gastroenteritis and some peptic ulcers, antibiotics may be prescribed. Other conditions, including gastritis, GERD, and esophagitis, can be treated with a combination of medications and lifestyle changes.
Dysphagia is most commonly seen in older adults who require round-the-clock care. Mumps is an infection caused by a virus, which will require time, fluids, and rest. Pancreatic cancer requires tailored medical approaches from the medical team. For generalized anxiety disorder, the help of a mental health professional is needed. Be aware, however, that if salivation and nausea interfere with your quality of life, see your doctor. Your doctor may use a variety of tests to determine the cause and treatment of your nausea and drooling.
In fact, there are many different causes of salivation and nausea. Most cases of salivation are caused by nausea and not by a separate condition. In other cases, a watery mouth is caused by an underlying neurological or physical condition affecting the mouth. These conditions may also have symptoms of nausea.
If nausea and increased salivation take place for a long time, the patient should go to the doctor to be examined and given specific advice for each case. Absolutely do not arbitrarily use drugs to treat because it can cause many unwanted side effects and increase the disease condition.
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