Question
An 8-month-old baby continues to vomit after the fever has subsided, having previously had an upper respiratory infection. What treatment methods are recommended?
Answer
Vomiting after a baby has a fever may be caused by acute gastritis and should be treated promptly to prevent dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. It is suggested to provide oral rehydration salts, increase fluid intake, and use domperidone to alleviate vomiting. Additionally, using maltodextrin can aid digestion. If the body temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, you can use warm water to wipe down the baby or administer oral fever-reducing medication. If the condition does not improve, consider intravenous fluid therapy.