What complications can result from cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS)?

What complications can result from cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS)?

  • Dehydration: Dehydration happens when fluids lost due to vomiting and diarrhea are not replaced.
  • Esophagitis: Inflammation of the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) due to frequent exposure to vomit, which is very acidic.
  • Mallory-Weiss tear: A tear in the lower end of the esophagus caused by the muscular contractions of severe vomiting.

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