Cyclic vomiting syndrome is characterised by recurrent episodes of profuse vomiting separated by asymptomatic periods.

The average age of onset is 5-6 years old.

Presentation:

• Often the vomiting spells are quite sudden onset
• The child may get a prodrome e.g. a smell or taste or funny feeling before the vomiting starts
• The vomiting is quite intense - often around 12-15 vomits a day while they are happening.
• Typically bouts last 24-48 hours

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