Patient's question:
The baby's stool was initially like urine with two bowel movements, then it turned yellow. On March 16th, at 4 a.m., the baby had one bowel movement and vomited a little. At 12 p.m., the baby had another bowel movement. No allergies. Is this situation serious?Doctor's answer:
Nausea, vomiting, and retching are most commonly caused by infections. A urine test is needed to check for bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infections, and a stool test should be conducted to see if there is gastroenteritis. Treatment should be administered based on the results of the urine and stool tests.If there is nausea and fatigue, it is important to be alert for conditions such as myocarditis or appendicitis. Probiotics can be taken to adjust the intestinal flora, and montmorillonite powder can be used to stop diarrhea. If the nausea is severe, it is recommended to go to the hospital for intravenous antiemetic medication. Additionally, if symptoms of dehydration are present, immediate hospitalization for intravenous fluid replacement is necessary. In terms of diet, it is important to consume light, soft, and easily digestible foods. Avoid spoiled food.