Definition of NauseaNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, including systemic illnesses (such as influenza), medications, pain, and inner ear disease. Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012 Back to MedTerms online medical dictionary A-Z List 
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