Patient's question:
My baby is 7 days old. Today, he suddenly started vomiting. He vomits after eating milk, and also has upper and lower vomiting. The vomiting keeps happening repeatedly. I am very worried and scared. Could you please help identify the causes of vomiting in newborns?Doctor's answer:
Newborn vomiting is a common symptom, mostly physiological. This is related to anatomical and physiological characteristics such as the immaturity of the newborn's cerebral cortex, poor control of the vomiting center, underdeveloped elastic fibers in the esophageal muscle layer, small stomach capacity, and excessive intake. If the newborn's vomiting is severe, further examination is needed to determine the diagnosis. General examinations include physical examination and auxiliary examinations. As long as the baby's appetite, spirits, and weight are within normal ranges, this condition will usually stop within 7 to 8 months.