nauseated but doesn't throw up . usually is better by noon. she has seen a Dr and had bloodwork done. everything was normal. afterwards we emailed the Dr and asked about testing hormone levels but she didn't see a need to. we are now looking for a different Dr who will get this done
It could be allergies. I do this some mornings when my allergies are really bad. Maybe consider taking her to an allergist. Good luck!!
Glad that you have a) given us more info and b) worked to get another opinion. You definitely have to advocate for your child. I do think you should follow the suggestion made on your last question, which is to keep a food log. I'd also keep a log on bedtimes, how much homework she had each night (especially reading or other close work), and things like stress. If she has started her period, be sure you track those dates (teach her to do so - it's important for her to learn to do that herself, as she will be asked at virtually every doctor's appointment until menopause). That's especially important for younger teens and others who aren't yet regular.
FYI it's more helpful if you edit your original question to write "Edited To Add" and then put in the details - that way you won't get more and more answers to the first question asking you "Why don't you update your question?" When you get some answers, please go back and write something in the "So What Happened?" section so we know. It can be helpful for future posters on the same topic.
Definitely a good idea to keep following up with doctors. I will say that we just went through this with my daughter (15). Same thing- woke up nauseous with headache but not actually 'sick.' Felt better as the day went on. For her, it turned out to be a low blood sugar situation. We did bloodwork which came back normal (on the high end of normal, but normal). It's hard to capture low blood sugar like that- she is not diabetic or even pre-diabetic. We keep track of what she eats, and makes sure she eats at more regular intervals and always has protein. We have fewer or no sweets a few hours before bed, and she'll have either a spoonful of peanut butter, handful of nuts, or yogurt before bed. For her that has worked and she's good now.
Of course, every kid is different and I wouldn't want you to substitute my advice for a doc's! But maybe just try to spread out high protein snacks throughout the day and especially before bed to see if that helps. That will be useful info to the doc either way. Good luck, hope she's better soon. So hard to not know what's wrong...
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Call a neurologist and ask them about a sleep study. Sounds like she's sleeping wrong and has a pinched nerve in her neck. They can set her up with leads attached to her scalp and then she goes to sleep there. After a sleep cycle or two they can see if the brain is effected by something but the doc can also do an assessment on her reactions and check her out when she wakes up.
I wrote you before. I hope you can figure it out, but keep in mind some people are just prone to headaches their whole life and it starts in the pre teen years. I have been to so many doctors it is ridiculous. I have also been to many non-western holistic doctors. I have also tried alternative treatments. I am always willing to try something if it will help. I do have allergies year round and these are worse at certain times. I take zyrtec and have nose drops and eye drops for when needed. My son who is also prone to headaches takes children's claritin when he is bothered by allergies and it helps. I have seen allergists and tried the shots for a long time, but they did not work for me. I think it is wonderful you are working hard to try to figure this out for your child. My mom just told me I was too young to have headaches. I think some people are more sensitive to cleaning products or certain home building materials and it really bothers them. I think you are a very good parent. Let us know if you ever figure out a solution.
Did they happen to take a urine sample and check for a UTI? I’ve known a few people having some very odd symptoms not normally associated with a UTI but when tested discovered they had one. The symptoms went away when treated for the UTI.
Secondly, doctors don’t normally test hormone levels without the presence of some very specific symptoms. They will also tell you that the tests may not be very accurate. If you insist on having your daughter tested then check your local children’s’ hospital for their adolescent medicine department. They are the ones that who could do this testing and can advise you whether it is worth your time.
Have you taken her to an allergist? Is she nervous or anxious about school for some reason? There are MANY things that can give a person headaches and nausea, simple blood work and hormone testing may not be enough. You need to look at diet, possible allergies, environmental factors (is there new carpet, flooring, paint or furniture in your home for example?) and emotional and social issues as well.
