Illness, with nausea, vomiting and sometimes headache, caused by the movement of a ship.
Disorder consisting of nausea, vomiting, headache, and diaphoresis due to the motion of a boat or ship. Treatment is with medications such as dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) or motion sickness bands, which may also help to prevent symptom occurrence. Rest and a reduction in dietary and alcohol intake may also lessen the chances of developing seasickness.
A form of motion sickness resulting from being in a boat or on a ship during rolling, heaving, or rough seas. The person affected may experience a range of symptoms from mild nausea to severe vomiting. Like other forms of motion sickness, seasickness is caused by a disturbance in the relationship among the balance system of the inner ear, the visual system of the brain, and the proprioception system of the brain (a person’s sense of his or her position in surrounding space). With seasickness, the changing and unsteady horizon line may have a part in this disturbance. Some people find that being in a closed environment on a boat or ship intensifies seasickness; others find that focusing their eyes on close work causes or worsens the symptoms. Psychological stimuli, such as the smell of diesel or chlorine fumes, sometimes can exacerbate seasickness. Over-the counter oral medications for seasickness are helpful to some people, although they tend to cause sleepiness. Medicated patches containing scopolamine, which are attached to the skin with adhesive, are considered effective. Getting fresh air and drinking plenty of nonalcoholic fluids is often recommended for relieving the symptoms of seasickness. Eating various forms of ginger may be helpful. Some people find relief with seasickness bands worn on the wrist.
A form of motion sickness due to the motion of a boat.
One of the conditions categorized under the term motion sickness.