I've been feeling sick everytime I eat. What could cause this?

Question

I've also been bruising easily and get tired pretty easily. I started taking Wellbutrin two weeks ago but I wouldn't think that it would be bothering me after that long. I felt like I was getting a cold Thursday and took some Nyquil which made me feel even more sick than when I eat. Does anyone know what could cause this? I've been on depo provera birth control for about two years now so the chances of me being pregnant are very very slim.

Answer 1

The causes for symptoms of nausea, and fatigue could be attributed to anemia, nutritional deficiency, or common side effects of Wellbutrin: and while undergoing chemotherapy .
Being tired and fatigue could be attributed to depression, stress and lack of exercise. Try to do regular exercises even just walking for 3o min daily. Exercises will build up your energy level. Force yourself and motivate yourself to go out and walk and enjoy the fresh air.


Anemia does not cause easy bruising. However, low platelets, called thrombocytopenia, are associated with easy bruisability. Other causes include medications, like aspirin or steroids;


Another possibility to consider is Acute Pancreatitis which cause severe abdominal pains after eating because the body is unable to digest fats. Until, you find out what's wrong with you; you should try to stick to a more bland diet.


Crackers, toast and tea would help. Take a lot of vitamins and minerals. If you are anemic, eating an iron-rich diet would certainly help. And you should visit the doctor for some blood work so they can pinpt what's wrong with you.


Some people — especially women — are more prone to bruising than are others. As you get older, several factors may contribute to increased bruising, including:


Aging capillaries. Over time, the tissues supporting these vessels weaken, and capillary walls become more fragile and prone to rupture.

Thinning skin. With age, your skin becomes thinner and loses some of the protective fatty layer that helps cushion your blood vessels against injury. Excessive exposure to the sun can affect your skin much like aging does.
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Generally, the harder the blow, the larger the bruise. However, if you bruise easily, a minor bump — one you may not even notice — can result in substantial discoloration. Your arms and legs are typical locations for bruises.

At times, you'll notice this at the time of mensturation.


Medications and supplements can also cause easy bruising

Blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin) or medications such as clopidogrel (Plavix) reduce your blood's ability to clot. Because of this, bleeding from capillary damage that would normally stop quickly may take longer to stop, allowing enough blood to leak out to cause a bruise.


Corticosteroids also can cause your skin to thin, making it easier for you to bruise. Don't stop taking your medications if you experience increased bruising. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and what you can do.

Certain dietary supplements such as fish oil, ginkgo, ginger and garlic also may increase your bruising risk, since these supplements have a blood-thinning effect. Make sure your doctor is aware of any supplements you're taking — especially if you're taking them along with a blood-thinning drug. Your doctor may recommend avoiding certain over-the-counter medications or supplements.


When bruises indicate more serious problems

In some cases bruising may indicate something more serious, such as a blood-clotting problem or a blood disease. See your doctor if:

You have unusually large or painful bruises, particularly if your bruises seem to develop for no known reason
You're bruising easily and you're experiencing abnormal bleeding elsewhere, such as from your nose, gums or intestinal tract

You have no history of bruising but suddenly experience bruises, particularly if you recently started a new medication
These signs and symptoms can indicate that you have low levels — or abnormal function — of platelets, a component of blood that helps blood clot after an injury. To diagnose the cause of your bruising, your doctor may check your blood platelet levels or the ability of your blood to coagulate.


Other serious causes of bruissing are of course domestic violence.

Avoiding bruises

Once a bruise has formed, not much can be done to treat it. It will eventually disappear as your body reabsorbs the blood.

If swelling is associated with the bruising, applying a cold compress for 20 minutes at a time and elevating the affected area may help. After the swelling has gone down, a warm compress may speed reabsorption.

Answer 2

The best thing to do is go your doctor and let him/her know whats going on. If you can't afford another doctor visit go to your pharmacist and let him know what your meds are and what your feeling and see if its a side effect of the Wellbutrin. Also see if just added iron to your diet doesn't help your being tired. If you still feel this way maybe a pregnancy test wouldn't hurt. Can google the source and look for yourself. Hope you feel better soon.

Answer 3

Go to the doctor. You could be suffering from several things that have similar symptoms, or it could be a side effect of the Wellbutrin.

Answer 4

please consult your GP since it so serious.. >__>