Patient's question:
My child is now 100 days old and is breastfed. There is always some retching, with about ten to twelve episodes each day. Occasionally, it also vomits.Treatment history and effectiveness: None
Desired help: Seeking expert advice on what could be causing this.
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the recurrence of dry retching in infants and young children may be due to functional defects of the lower esophageal sphincter, leading to a clinical symptom complex where gastric juice or bile flows back into the esophagus. In some cases, this can persist for several months. If the dry retching is severe, it may result in malnutrition and delayed growth and development. Additionally, the condition of dry retching should be considered as poor gastric absorption. It is recommended to eat small, frequent meals and seek follow-up at the gastroenterology department of the hospital.