Dry heaving, sometimes called retching, refers to vomit-like feelings without any substance. Dry heaving happens when you attempt to vomit. Your airway closes off while your diaphragm contracts.

Dry heaving (or dry heaves), also known as retching, happens when your stomach and esophagus simulate the action of vomiting ...

Dry heaving is retching or going through the motions and sensation of vomiting without producing any vomit. Dry heaves are extremely common and often occur after periods of vomiting. They can also ...