Question
A one-and-a-half-month-old female infant frequently experiences difficulty breathing and sometimes her lips and face turn blue. The doctor diagnosed her with esophageal relaxation and did not provide treatment, suggesting to wait for natural improvement as the child grows older. However, since yesterday, the infant has been experiencing severe vomiting, almost unable to eat, and the parents are worried about whether this situation is dangerous.
Answer
The causes of infant vomiting are diverse, potentially originating from internal medical conditions (such as gastroesophageal reflux, esophageal delay, pyloric spasm, enteritis, etc.), or related to surgical diseases (such as hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, gastric torsion, diaphragmatic hernia, malrotation of the intestine, etc.). If vomiting is severe and persistent, with vomit containing bile or stool and affecting the child’s growth and development, surgical intervention is often required. Different treatment measures are needed for vomiting caused by different reasons. It is recommended to visit a specialized hospital for a detailed examination to treat the symptoms appropriately.