Patient's question:
What causes choking on milk in infantsDoctor's answer:
1. On one sideIf vomiting occurs while lying flat, quickly turn the baby's face to one side or let the baby lie on their side, and gently pat their back to prevent vomit from flowing backward into the throat and windpipe due to gravity.
2. Clear the mouth
If there is significant vomiting or spitting up of milk, quickly use a cloth or towel rolled into your fingers to reach into the baby's mouth and even the throat to clear it out rapidly, ensuring the airway remains open and preventing obstruction of breathing. At this time, clearing the mouth is more important than clearing the nose!
3. Pat the back
If the baby stops breathing or their complexion turns dark, it may indicate that vomit has entered the windpipe. Immediately place the baby on an adult's lap or a firm bed and pat their back four to five times firmly to help them cough it up.
4. Stimulate the soles of the feet
If the above steps have been taken but the baby remains unresponsive, immediately pat their back firmly or pinch and stimulate their soles of the feet. The purpose is to make the baby cry out due to pain, as crying indicates that the baby can breathe and oxygen can enter the lungs, preventing hypoxia.