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Definition Vomiting in babies is harmless in most cases and serves to protect the child’s body and especially the digestive tract from invading harmful pathogens or substances. When vomiting, the stomach contents are emptied again by spitting them out. In the first few weeks, babies vomit very often, as they first have to get used … Baby vomiting

Diagnosis If vomiting occurs repeatedly in the baby, further medical clarification of the cause should be carried out. A detailed consultation with a doctor is particularly important for the diagnosis. Here, the doctor should ask how long the baby has been vomiting, what quantity, what the vomit looks like, at what intervals it occurs and … Diagnosis | Baby vomiting

Vomiting and diarrhoea The combination of vomiting and diarrhea often occurs in babies as part of a stomach and intestinal infection. In most cases, the cause is viruses, such as adeno-, rota-, or noroviruses. But bacterial infections can also lead to vomiting and diarrhoea. Since babies lose a lot of fluid during such an infection, … Vomiting and diarrhoea | Baby vomiting

Treatment and therapy If the baby is suffering from severe vomiting, it is important to ensure that he or she has an adequate fluid intake, as this can counteract dehydration and loss of important salts. It can be very helpful to document the fluid intake, the amount of vomiting and any diarrhoea that may accompany … Treatment and therapy | Baby vomiting