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What is Motion Sickness?
Please consult with your healthcare provider for details of motion sickness |
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If you sometimes feel nauseous, dizzy, or even feel like
vomiting when riding in a car, plane, or boat, you may suffer
from motion sickness. Motion sickness is related to your
sense of balance, which is maintained by the complex interaction
of signals from your inner ear and various senses (sight,
touch, smell, etc). Together, they tell your brain where
your body is in space—in what direction you’re heading,
whether you’re turning or standing still. These signals
sometimes get confused. For instance, if you’re reading
in the back seat of a car, your inner ear and skin receptors
feel the motion of the car, but your eyes are focused on
the page. The result may be motion sickness.
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Do I suffer from Motion Sickness?
Check your symptoms, talk with your doctor
Could it be motion sickness that’s upsetting your travel—and your life? Motion sickness is a real health issue that can be very disruptive, so talk with your doctor about the preventive solution that may be right for you. These points may help start the conversation:
- Give your doctor a specific example of a time when you missed out on a special event due to motion sickness brought on by traveling in a car, airplane, train, boat, etc.
- Tell your doctor what symptoms you feel, such as nausea, dizziness, vomiting or headache
- Discuss how motion sickness interferes with your life
The questions below can help you get ready to talk about motion sickness with your doctor. Just complete the following statements, then click on the “Printer-Friendly” button to print out your answers and bring it to your next appointment.
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