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Motion sickness
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an urge to vomit that is caused by motion, particularly when a person is in a moving vehicle such as a car, train, etc.
What is "motion sickness"?
Motion sickness is a condition where a person feels dizzy, nauseous, or unwell due to movement, often while traveling in a vehicle, boat, or plane. It happens when the brain receives conflicting signals from the eyes and the inner ear, which helps with balance. For example, a person might see the inside of a car while feeling the movement of the vehicle, leading to confusion for the brain. Symptoms include sweating, dizziness, nausea, and sometimes vomiting. It is more common in some people than others and can be eased by looking out at the horizon or taking medication.
Example
She took medication before the road trip to prevent motion sickness.
They avoided reading books while traveling to prevent motion sickness.
The cruise provided free motion sickness tablets for passengers who felt queasy.
Example
She took medication before the road trip to prevent motion sickness.
They avoided reading books while traveling to prevent motion sickness.
The cruise provided free motion sickness tablets for passengers who felt queasy.
Sitting in the front seat of the car helped reduce her motion sickness during long drives.
His motion sickness made it difficult for him to enjoy amusement park rides.
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