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12. When to See a Doctor

Nausea without vomiting can stem from various factors and is often not serious. However, when accompanied by vomiting, it is most commonly linked to viral infections or early pregnancy.

Adults should seek medical attention if nausea and vomiting persist for more than two days, occur intermittently for over a month, or are accompanied by unexplained weight loss. For children, vomiting lasting more than 24 hours warrants a visit to a healthcare provider, and for infants, medical care is necessary if vomiting persists beyond 12 hours.

If nausea and vomiting are accompanied by severe symptoms such as blurred vision, high fever, stiff neck, confusion, intense pain, bleeding, or the presence of fecal matter or odor in vomit, call 911 or seek emergency assistance immediately. Signs of dehydration, including dry mouth, excessive thirst, dark urine or no urine, dizziness, or weakness, also require prompt medical care.