Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: The child has been constantly dry heaving this morning after waking up. After drinking milk, a short while later, when he was given calcium particles to eat, he suddenly vomited everything out. Could the doctor please advise if he has a cold stomach? At night, he always kicks off the blanket. What should we do in this situation? Thank you, doctor.First follow-up question: However, from noon until the afternoon, he showed no symptoms and was eating, sleeping, and defecating well. Should we still go to the hospital? Thank you, doctor.
Doctor's answer:
Nowadays, cases of pediatric gastritis are also relatively common in pediatric departments. Through active and standardized treatment, the effect is quite significant. There are usually the following factors that can lead to it:1. Unhealthy dietary habits
2. Poor hygiene habits
3. Picky or biased eating
4. Improper medication use
5. Genetic factors
6. It is also related to the child's lack of regular physical exercise, excessive fatigue, and mental tension.
7. Bile reflux
It is recommended to use oral Western medicine for treatment.
① Targeted treatment for the cause: Gastritis will be relieved after eradication of Helicobacter pylori. Medications to kill Helicobacter pylori require persistent high dosage, sufficient duration, and combined use.
② Promoting gastrointestinal motility drugs, gastric mucosal protection drugs, and antacid treatment can be applied. Also, dietary habits should be adjusted during daily life. Specific medication suggestions should be used under the guidance of a local doctor.
Children should pay attention to participating in appropriate physical exercise, not being picky or biased in eating, avoiding irritating foods, and developing good dietary habits.