We have all experienced food poisoning or the stomach flu at some point in our lives. Symptoms can arise suddenly and be very severe. From nausea that intensifies within minutes to violent bouts of vomiting and explosive diarrhea, these symptoms are not uncommon with food poisoning or the stomach flu. However, not every instance of vomiting and diarrhea that arises suddenly is due to food poisoning of the stomach flu. There are many other possible causes and some of these conditions can be life threatening. It is therefore important that sudden onset vomiting and diarrhea is assessed by a doctor to identify the exact cause. How Vomiting and Diarrhea Start? Vomiting is a forceful mechanism to push out any toxins or irritants from the upper gut. The small muscles in the gut normally contract and relax in a coordinated manner to push food and fluid downwards from the mouth to the bowels. This movement is known as peristalsis and starts from the esophagus the moment we swallow. It is essential for food to be digested, nutrients absorbed and wastes expelled from the bowels. However, when the vomit reflex is trigger this pushing direction reverse. The reverse peristalsis along with increased … Continue reading Sudden Onset Vomiting and Diarrhea Causes and Dangers