Question
My six-day-old son ate at 6 PM and fell asleep at 11 PM. Suddenly, he started coughing and vomiting large amounts of milk. After being picked up, he continued to dry heave and vomit. After vomiting, the baby seemed listless and went for a nap. I’m not sure if it’s due to exhaustion or sleepiness. The baby has been vomiting yogurt cubes, with less stool and foam. After careful examination, milk allergy was ruled out. The baby has also eaten two pieces of steamed cake in the past two days. Could it be gastroesophageal reflux or something else?
Answer
Based on the situation you described, the baby’s symptoms are likely due to weakness in the spleen and stomach, as well as poor digestion. I suggest you can gently massage the baby’s lower abdomen clockwise to stimulate gastrointestinal movement. You can also consider giving the baby pediatric digestive powder or pediatric chicken gizzard powder for treatment. It’s best to consult a pediatrician for a thorough examination before treatment.