Patient's question:
My daughter is only 20 days old. She keeps spitting up milk and occasionally vomits. Her stools are very loose, and she doesn't seem to be doing well. Could you please ask the doctor what to do? ???Doctor's answer:
The baby is experiencing physiological reflux. This is because the cardiac sphincter function in infants is not yet fully developed. Therefore, after feeding, vigorous activity or coughing may cause vomiting. When feeding, ensure the baby fully latches onto the nipple. Avoid overfeeding each time. After feeding, it is best to have the child lie on an adult's shoulder and gently pat their back to help expel the air they have swallowed. When picking up and putting down the child after feeding, be gentle and minimize movement. Avoid excessive shaking. It is important to pay attention to ensure the child sleeps on their side and to turn them onto their side and lower their head quickly if vomiting occurs. If the child cannot vomit from the mouth in time, it may come out through the nose. This can easily lead to choking, respiratory tract obstruction, aspiration pneumonia, and even suffocation, which could be life-threatening. Generally, this condition will gradually improve on its own within 4-6 months.