Why Can Severe Pain Make You Vomit?

The video explores the connection between pain and vomiting, highlighting that while vomiting often has a clear cause, nausea is more complex. Pain, such as from migraines, can lead to nausea and vomiting, potentially due to adrenaline. Research often involves surgery patients, showing that treating pain can reduce nausea. Adrenaline may activate receptors linked to vomiting, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Nausea is a multifaceted experience, making it hard to study, and more research is needed to understand its link to pain.

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