Question

A 20-month-old baby accidentally ingested a mouthful of dish soap. The baby was given water to induce vomiting, but nothing came up. Subsequently, the baby drank a bag of milk and had urination and diarrhea. Currently, the child is unwilling to drink water, only milk, and this behavior is it related to the previous accidental ingestion?

Answer

Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to encourage the child to drink more water to promote metabolism and use your fingers to stimulate the throat to trigger a reflexive vomiting to reduce the absorption of toxins. If the situation does not improve, it is suggested to seek medical attention immediately or perform gastric lavage. After a pediatric digestive disease diagnosis, parents should cooperate with the doctor’s treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should avoid cultivating children’s picky eating habits and ensure a balanced diet.