What to do about motion sickness: How to quickly relieve motion sickness
Disease description:
Every time I ride in a vehicle, I feel extremely uncomfortable, with headache, nausea, vomiting, and weakness in all four limbs. It feels just like being sick. I suffer severely from motion sickness. Doctor, what should I do about motion sickness? How can I relieve it quickly?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
When experiencing motion sickness, the following measures can help alleviate symptoms:
1. Use motion sickness patches: These patches contain natural plant extracts such as mint, which can help refresh and invigorate. To use, remove the protective film from the patch and apply the adhesive side to a hairless area behind the ear to help relieve motion sickness.
2. Acupressure: Massaging the Neiguan point (inner gate point) or Hegu point (joining valley point) can also effectively alleviate symptoms of motion sickness. The Neiguan point is located three finger-widths above the wrist crease in the middle of the forearm, while the Hegu point is located between the thumb and index finger. Pressing these points with the thumb can help relieve discomfort caused by motion sickness.
3. Ginger application on the navel: Prepare fresh ginger and apply it directly on the navel. The spicy aroma of ginger can help suppress the feeling of nausea and vomiting, thereby alleviating motion sickness.
4. Dietary adjustment: Before traveling by car, consume light and easily digestible foods, such as oranges, which can help relieve nausea or vomiting caused by motion sickness. Avoid traveling on an empty stomach or eating too much, as this may worsen symptoms.
5. Ventilate by opening windows: If possible, open the car window to breathe in fresh air, which can help alleviate discomfort caused by motion sickness.
6. Medication: If symptoms of motion sickness are severe, take anti-motion sickness medication under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist, such as promethazine tablets or diphenhydramine hydrochloride tablets. These medications can effectively relieve symptoms of motion sickness.
If symptoms of motion sickness persist or worsen, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly.
