Patient's question:
My son will be three years old soon. Yesterday afternoon, when he came back from kindergarten, he didn't eat much for dinner and barely finished it. While taking his bath at night, I noticed his stomach was swollen and very bloated. His stool was like paste. When he drank milk before bed, he vomited right after finishing it. After vomiting, his stomach wasn't swollen anymore. In the morning, he kept feeling sleepy and kept asking for water. Is he mildly dehydrated? He has no appetite for anything he eats, and then he vomits. He easily vomits when eating liquids or drinking water, but he can eat dry food without vomiting. He also says his stomach hurts. I'm so scared, could it be autumnal gastroenteritis?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to check the stool test to determine if it is indigestion or intestinal inflammation. Also, pay attention to whether it is caused by a cold leading to intestinal dysfunction. If it is indigestion, oral medications such as Shanmai Jianpi Koufuye and Simida should be taken. For severe cases, consult a doctor for intravenous treatment. Extend the interval between feedings to allow the digestive system to rest. Increase fluid intake. If supplementary foods are being introduced, pause or reduce the addition of these foods. Gradually reintroduce them once symptoms improve. Especially avoid foods that are difficult to digest.If the test shows inflammation, anti-inflammatory treatment is recommended. If there is a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken, and for severe cases, intravenous treatment may be necessary. Additionally, extend the interval between feedings to allow the digestive system to rest. Increase fluid intake. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest.