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Featured: Nausea and Vomiting Main ArticleNausea is an uneasiness of the stomach that often precedes vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are not diseases, but they are symptoms of many conditions. The causes of vomiting differ according to age, and treatment depends upon the cause of nausea and vomiting. Patient Discussions - Viewers share their comments
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