Question
Newborns exhibiting symptoms such as a white tongue, difficulty in breastfeeding or spitting up while feeding, or saliva easily getting stuck, are diagnosed with congenital gastric wall muscle deficiency. How should congenital gastric wall muscle deficiency be treated? What is the effectiveness of traditional Chinese medicine in treating it?
Answer
Congenital gastric wall muscle deficiency is a pediatric emergency often characterized by sudden severe abdominal pain, refusal to breastfeed, and vomiting. The vomit may appear yellow-green or brown, accompanied by progressive abdominal distension, difficulty breathing, and skin bruising. After 12 hours of perforation, the abdominal wall may show purple, glossy, and swollen appearance, as well as mild muscle tension indicating peritonitis. In terms of treatment, appropriate methods should be chosen based on the severity of the condition. For acute attack cases, emergency surgery may be required. As for traditional Chinese medicine treatment, although it has its unique concepts and methods, when dealing with such emergencies, it is preferable to prioritize Western medical diagnosis and treatment.