Question
A nine-month-old baby accidentally ingested five chewing tablets in the morning. The parent removed them at 11 am and induced vomiting, with the vomit appearing white and frothy with a mucus-like consistency. The parent inquired whether the child should be taken to the hospital for gastric lavage treatment.
Answer
The parent should closely monitor the child’s condition and consult the attending physician at the local hospital to determine if gastric lavage is necessary. Additionally, to prevent colds, it is advisable to increase fluid intake. We hope the child recovers soon. These are the recommendations for this question, and we hope they are helpful to the parents.