motion sickness
[/ˈmoʊ.ʃən ˈsɪk.nəs/]
noun
enjoo do movimento
1. a feeling of nausea and dizziness caused by the motion of a vehicle, boat, or aircraft
She suffered from motion sickness during the long car ride.
Ela sofreu de enjoo do movimento durante a longa viagem de carro.
2. a medical condition where the inner ear, eyes, and sensory nerves send conflicting signals to the brain
Motion sickness occurs when there is a disconnect between what you see and what your body feels.
O enjoo do movimento ocorre quando há um conflito entre o que você vê e o que seu corpo sente.
Motion sickness is a common concern in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly for travelers. In Brazil, ginger candies (gengibre) and acupressure bands are popular traditional remedies. In the USA, over-the-counter medications like dramamine are widely available. The condition is more prevalent in children and decreases with age in most cases.
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