Nausea and Vomiting

Visit urgent care for persistent vomiting, dehydration concerns, or when you cannot keep fluids down but are otherwise stable. Go to the emergency room immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain, blood in vomit, signs of severe dehydration (confusion, rapid heartbeat, no urination), chest pain, severe headache with stiff neck, or vomiting after a head injury. If you're unsure, our medical providers can help assess your condition.

No appointment is necessary. We welcome walk-ins daily from 8am to 8pm at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations. We understand that nausea and vomiting can be debilitating, and we prioritize getting you evaluated and treated promptly.

IV hydration therapy delivers fluids and electrolytes directly into your bloodstream, providing faster relief than drinking fluids when you're significantly dehydrated or unable to keep liquids down. Our medical providers assess your hydration status and may recommend IV therapy if you show signs of moderate to severe dehydration, have been vomiting for an extended period, or cannot tolerate oral fluids.

Our medical providers can evaluate your symptoms, exposure history, and timeline to assess whether food poisoning is likely. According to the CDC, most foodborne illnesses cause symptoms within hours to days of consuming contaminated food. While specific pathogen testing is not always necessary, we can provide appropriate treatment and guidance. If multiple people who ate the same food are affected, this information helps confirm the diagnosis.

We offer several anti-nausea medications depending on the severity and cause of your symptoms. Options may include ondansetron (Zofran), promethazine (Phenergan), or metoclopramide (Reglan). Our medical providers select the most appropriate medication based on your specific condition, medical history, and other medications you're taking. These can be administered in the clinic for immediate relief, with prescriptions provided for continued management.

Please bring your photo ID, insurance card if applicable, and a list of current medications including over-the-counter drugs and supplements. If you suspect food poisoning, information about what you ate and when can be helpful. Bringing a list of your symptoms and their timeline helps our medical providers make an accurate diagnosis.

Most patients begin feeling relief shortly after receiving anti-nausea medication and IV hydration if needed. The complete visit typically takes under an hour, though this varies based on your condition and required treatments. Many patients notice significant improvement within a few hours of treatment, with full recovery occurring over 24-48 hours depending on the underlying cause.

While most cases result from viral gastroenteritis or food poisoning and resolve quickly, persistent or severe symptoms can indicate more serious conditions such as appendicitis, bowel obstruction, pancreatitis, or other medical emergencies. This is why proper evaluation is essential. Our medical providers perform comprehensive assessments to identify warning signs that require additional testing or emergency care referral.