1. Symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea in babies
Baby vomiting and diarrhea are common infant diseases, and their main symptoms are persistent vomiting and diarrhea. Generally speaking, the baby\’s vomited material is stomach contents, which are lighter in color, sometimes with yellow or green liquid. Diarrhea is characterized by increased stool frequency, small amount, thin quality, lighter color, and sometimes even watery stools.
2. Causes of vomiting and diarrhea in babies
1. Food allergy: Certain foods may cause allergic reactions in babies, leading to vomiting and diarrhea.
2. Indigestion: Overeating or eating foods that are not easy to digest can also cause indigestion, causing vomiting and diarrhea.
3. Viral infections: such as norovirus, rotavirus, etc., may cause vomiting and diarrhea in infants and young children.
4. Bacterial infections: Bacterial infections such as E. coli and salmonella are also common causes of vomiting and diarrhea in babies.
5. Drug reactions: Certain drugs may cause adverse reactions in babies, leading to vomiting and diarrhea.
3. How to prevent vomiting and diarrhea in babies
1. Food hygiene: Ensure food hygiene and safety, and avoid eating expired or spoiled food.
2. Hand washing hygiene: Wash your baby\’s hands regularly to avoid bacterial and viral infections.
3. Feeding method: Breastfeeding is the best way. If you use formula milk powder, you should choose products produced by regular manufacturers and feed correctly according to the instructions.
4. Pay attention to personal hygiene: Frequent bathing, changing clothes, changing diapers and other measures can also effectively prevent diseases.
4. How to treat vomiting and diarrhea in babies
1. Replenish water: Since vomiting and diarrhea will cause the body to lose water, it is necessary to replenish water in time. You can feed your baby some oral liquid or salt water containing electrolytes.
2. Eat properly: After vomiting and diarrhea are relieved, you can give your baby some light and easy-to-digest food, such as porridge, noodle soup, etc.
3. Give drug treatment: If the situation is more serious, the baby can be treated with some drugs under the guidance of a doctor.
5. How to prevent complications of vomiting and diarrhea in babies
1. Maintain bed rest and avoid excessive activities.
2. Keep your body clean and change clothes and diapers frequently.
3. Avoid cross-infection and do not share tableware, towels, etc. with other patients.
4. Pay attention to changes in the condition and seek medical treatment promptly.
6. Conclusion
For vomiting and diarrhea, a common infant disease, we must take timely measures to prevent and treat it. At the same time, we should also pay attention to food hygiene, personal hygiene and other aspects in daily life to avoid unnecessary health problems.
