Vomiting in children and babies

Causes of vomiting in babies

Theseinclude:

gastroenteritis
a food allergy or milk intolerance
gastro-oesophageal reflux where stomachcontents escape backup the gullet
too big a hole in the bottle teat, whichcauses your baby toswallow too much milk read more bottle feeding advice
accidentally swallowing something poisonous
congenital pyloric stenosisa condition present at birth where the passage from the stomach to the bowel has narrowed, sofood is unable topass through easily; this causes projectile vomiting
a strangulated hernia your babywill vomit frequently and cry as ifthey are in a lot ofpain; this should be treated as a medical emergency
intussusception (where the bowel telescopes in on itself) as well as vomiting, your baby may look pale, floppy and have symptoms ofdehydration

Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 21 Dec 2018

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Introduction

Read about some of the main causes of vomiting in children and babies. Find out how to look after your child while they're ill and when you should seek medical advice.

What to do

If your child vomits, you should keepa close eye on them. Trust your instincts and contact your GP immediately if you're worried. If the cause is just a tummy bug, your child should still be feeling

When to get medicaladvice

You should contact your GP if: your childis repeatedly vomiting andis unableto hold down fluids you thinkthey're dehydrated symptoms of dehydration can include a dry mouth, crying without producing

Looking after your child at home

In most cases, you can treat your child safely at home. The most important thing you can do is make sure they keep drinking fluids to prevent dehydration. If your baby is vomiting, carry on breastfee

Causes of vomiting in babies

Theseinclude: gastroenteritis a food allergy or milk intolerance gastro-oesophageal reflux where stomachcontents escape backup the gullet too big a hole in the bottle teat, whichcauses your

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