Patient's question:
My sister had a baby and I went to the hospital to visit her. When I arrived at the ward and saw my sister, her eyes were constantly tearing up with anxious expressions. I asked her what was wrong, and she said the baby vomits after eating a little. I wanted to help her ask what to pay attention to when a newborn is vomiting.Doctor's answer:
Neonatal vomiting This type of vomiting occurs in the esophagus before milk enters the stomach. There is no warning before vomiting, and it usually happens after drinking milk. Since milk does not enter the stomach, the vomit does not contain milk and does not mix with stomach acid, nor does it have an acidic taste. Vomiting caused by esophageal atresia, pyloric relaxation, or heart issues is due to being fed too quickly or too slowly. If vomiting is severe, it can also cause water and electrolyte imbalances and acid-base imbalance. Prolonged vomiting can also lead to malnutrition. Therefore, early diagnosis and timely treatment are necessary to avoid delaying the condition.