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Learn more about Motion sickness
Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is motion sickness?
People with motion sickness feel dizzy, lightheaded and/or nauseous when traveling -- either by vehicles or theme park rides. Motion sickness occurs when the brain can't make sense of information sent by the eyes, ears and body. Anyone can be affected, but is more common in children and pregnant women.
Symptoms of motion sickness
Nausea or vomiting
Vomiting during a similar situation
Dizziness
Questions your doctor may ask to check for motion sickness
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose motion sickness
Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Do you vomit when you think of when you had vomited before?
Are you feeling dizzy right now?
Treatment for motion sickness
Some people find that it helps to choose seats where they feel less motion sickness and to avoid reading/using electronic devices while traveling. Eating lightly, avoiding strong odors and smokers can help. A doctor may prescribe medications that can help.
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References
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Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (GP / Family doctor)
Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
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