Question
A four-year-old child experienced symptoms of vomiting and abdominal pain after returning from kindergarten. Whether it’s food or water intake, the child vomits, and they continue to complain about abdominal pain. This condition has persisted until 8 PM, with the child’s primary discomfort being abdominal pain.
Answer
The abdominal pain and vomiting symptoms in a child are likely related to improper diet. Since children’s gastrointestinal function is relatively fragile and susceptible to external factors, it can lead to an imbalance in intestinal flora, thereby causing digestive dysfunction. This situation is common in pediatric food retention, which is a gastrointestinal disorder caused by improper diet leading to food staying in the gastrointestinal tract. Clinical manifestations include indigestion, bloating, vomiting, dry or loose stools, thick and greasy tongue coating, and slippery pulse. It is recommended that parents closely monitor the child’s symptoms and seek medical assistance when necessary.