Green vomiting in a child occurs for a variety of reasons and can act as a protective reaction of the body. It helps to remove harmful substances. Initially, the patient feels nauseous, and then only a gag reflex occurs.
The most dangerous condition is vomiting with bile. This symptom can talk about the development of very dangerous and complex pathologies. If there is green vomiting in a child, then you must definitely respond immediately.
Main reasons
In a child, green vomiting may indicate the presence of various health problems. There are a number of varieties of this reflex, namely:
- hepatogenic;
- cerebral;
- psychogenic;
- diabetic;
- renal;
- cardiac;
- cyclical.
Frequent desires of nausea and vomiting are noted at night. In some cases, they are accompanied by additional symptoms, in particular, such as diarrhea and high fever. Green vomiting in a child may indicate problems such as:
- infection of the body;
- psycho-emotional disorders;
- metabolic disease.
In infants, the green color of vomiting can indicate serious violations, so you need to immediately visit a pediatrician to conduct a diagnosis. Yellow-green vomiting in a child can be very dangerous, as this is mainly associated with problems and pathologies of the gallbladder. In addition, diseases such as:
- pyloric stenosis;
- pylorospasm;
- bowel obstruction.
Pyloric stenosis develops due to the narrowing of one of the stomach. As a result, the passage of food is somewhat difficult. Pathology is often observed after the birth of the baby. Predisposing factors are maternal endocrine diseases, as well as taking certain medications. This is a rather dangerous pathology that threatens the life of the child.
Pylorospasm is characterized by the occurrence of pyloric spasm. It can lead to indigestion. As a result, the baby spits up a lot of food. In the vomit, bile is quite often present. Pathology is often present in newborns, as well as if a woman during pregnancy was stressed and overworked.
Green vomiting in a child may be due to intestinal obstruction, which can occur at any age. The main reason for its occurrence is a violation of the diet.
Green vomiting in the child and bitterness in the mouth can be observed for reasons such as:
- liver disease
- pathology of the gallbladder;
- poisoning;
- appendicitis;
- acute intestinal infections;
- disorders in the pancreas.
Pancreatitis is a dangerous disease characterized by inflammation of the pancreas. In this case, yellow-green vomiting in a child is considered one of the main signs of this pathology.
Associated symptoms
Vomiting with green mucus in a child may be accompanied by some additional signs that indicate the presence of concomitant pathologies in the digestive system. These symptoms include:
- high temperature
- weakness;
- loose stools;
- headache.
If all these signs appear, you should definitely visit a doctor, as this will prevent the risk of complications.
Diagnostics
If green vomiting is observed in a child without fever, it is necessary to conduct a comprehensive examination to make the correct diagnosis. The doctor initially collects data on diseases. To draw up a general picture of the condition of the child, you need to pass tests.
If green feces and vomiting are observed in a child, this may indicate metabolic disorders or the presence of metabolic pathology. In this case, you need to pass a general biochemical blood test. If you suspect a deviation in the work of the internal organs, you will also need an analysis of urine, x-rays, ultrasound of the internal organs and consultation of specialized specialists.
First aid
If green vomiting is observed in a child with or without fever, then you must immediately call an ambulance. Before the doctor arrives, you must first give the baby first aid. At home, the child should be provided with a position in which he does not choke. No need to let him throw his head back.
After each new attack of vomiting, you need to thoroughly rinse the baby's mouth with warm water or wipe with a wet swab. In addition, a mild disinfectant solution such as potassium permanganate or boric acid can be used. The baby needs to be given to drink plenty of fluids. In this case, the water should be cool, and for a child older than 4 years old - cold. To eliminate gagging in water, you can add a few mint drops or use "Rehydron".
If green vomiting is observed in a child without fever and diarrhea, then emergency medical assistance is not required. If you repeat the attack after a few minutes or hours, as well as with a deterioration in well-being, you need to contact a specialist.
Treatment features
Treatment of green vomiting in a child, with or without fever, involves gastric lavage, drug treatment, and the elimination of provoking factors. In addition, it is necessary to take a sorbent in order to remove toxins from the body. The doctor will make certain instructions regarding the restoration of the digestive tract mucosa.
Be sure to follow a diet. It is necessary to abandon dairy products. Basically, the intake of herbal decoctions, teas with the addition of honey and baked fruits is required.
To stop vomiting, special antiemetic drugs are prescribed. It is worth remembering that there is no single means for the treatment of vomiting, as this is a sign of pathology of the internal organs.
Drug treatment
In the presence of green vomiting with the temperature in the child, it is necessary to determine the main cause of the problem, since treatment can vary significantly. In any case, the treatment should be selected exclusively by the attending physician. Therefore, when the very first signs of illness occur in a child, parents need to immediately seek medical help.
After establishing the cause of the pathology, the doctor may prescribe drugs such as:
- sorbents;
- antibiotics
- antispasmodics;
- antiemetics;
- rehydration preparations.
Sorbents help to eliminate toxins and harmful substances from the body. To do this, you can use activated carbon, Atoxil, Enterosgel, Smectu. Antispasmodics help eliminate the pain caused by spasm. Children may be prescribed drugs such as Drotaverin, No-Shpa.
Antibiotics are prescribed for intestinal infections. To eliminate the infection, doctors mainly prescribe broad-spectrum antibiotics, in particular, such as Azithromycin and Cefixime. Rehydration preparations are required to normalize the body's water balance. To do this, the drug "Rehydron" is mainly prescribed. Of the antiemetic drugs, the child can be prescribed Motilium, Tserukal.
If green vomiting is observed in a child, fever and diarrhea, it is strictly forbidden to use any medications without a correct diagnosis. For example, with intestinal obstruction, it is strictly forbidden to use antispasmodics, since they can provoke complications, and antiemetic drugs will interfere with the elimination of toxins.
Physiotherapeutic Techniques
Physiotherapeutic procedures can be additionally prescribed for the child, but they are used only as part of complex therapy, after making the correct diagnosis. In addition, similar techniques can be used for therapeutic purposes. They have a beneficial effect on the functioning of internal organs and strengthen the body's defenses. Physiotherapeutic procedures such as:
- magnetotherapy;
- water treatments;
- physiotherapy;
- wellness massage;
- heat therapy;
- aerotherapy.
Especially good results are provided by such techniques for pylorospasm. Additionally, the child may be prescribed massage, breathing exercises and physiotherapy exercises.
Folk remedies
Alternative medicine can be used only after prior consultation with a doctor. You can stop vomiting using such means as:
- green tea leaves, they need to be chewed or made tea;
- infusion based on dill seeds;
- walnut leaves and fruits mixed with horsetail;
- infusion of citrus peels;
- caraway and nutmeg tincture.
All these folk remedies do not replace the main treatment. Their action, first of all, is aimed at strengthening immunity. Nausea and gag reflex will help reduce citrus and ginger tea.
To eliminate stagnation of bile, as well as normalize health after vomiting, beetroot juice helps. To cook it, beets need to be boiled until half cooked, then grate the vegetables and squeeze the juice. The finished product is recommended to be taken before meals.
Pumpkin seeds help normalize bile production. Such a tool also helps to get rid of worms. Helps to cope with nausea and vomiting tea made on the basis of peppermint. In chronic pancreatitis, it is recommended to use freshly squeezed juices of carrots, potatoes, Brussels sprouts.
Surgical intervention
If the temperature, diarrhea, green vomiting in a child is often observed, then an operation can be prescribed to eliminate complex pathologies. Surgical treatment is prescribed for diseases such as:
- pyloric stenosis;
- acute appendicitis;
- intestinal obstruction.
Any operation must be carried out under general anesthesia. With pyloric stenosis, the doctor performs a dissection of the narrowed pylorus, and then adjusts its opening. If the operation was carried out correctly, then it does not affect the life and well-being of the child.
With intestinal obstruction, the doctor makes an incision in the abdominal cavity of the child, and then straightens the intestine and evaluates the condition of the pinched tissues. In case of peritonitis, the damaged areas are removed, and then washing is performed.
Power Features
For a baby who is breastfed, you need to continue breastfeeding, even if the baby is not feeling well. If the child does not refuse to feed, then it means that milk will not harm him.
If green vomiting is observed in older children, it is best to temporarily exclude absolutely any food. All you need to do is consume as much fluid as possible. Good mint eliminates an attack of nausea. Therefore, a child over 3 years old can be given herbal tea.
After stopping the acute period, you need to give the child a little bit of food. After vomiting with bile, it is important to follow a special diet. At first, you need to feed the baby with boiled rice. It is recommended to refuse salty and spicy dishes, sweets, fatty foods. Gradually, you need to return to your usual diet, adding a little meat and fish, dairy products, as well as fruits and vegetables.
What is not recommended
In case of sudden vomiting in a child, any medication should be taken only after the appointment of a doctor. Medicines help eliminate unpleasant symptoms, and it will be very difficult for specialists to determine the cause of the attack. As a result of this, the disease may go unnoticed. With severe vomiting, you must call an ambulance. When vomiting without diarrhea and fever is strictly prohibited:
- use drugs without a doctor's prescription;
- do gastric lavage;
- consume food for 7 hours after an attack;
- leave the child unattended if bouts of vomiting are repeated;
- ignore vomiting.
This condition may be due to the occurrence of various diseases in the body, so it is important to pay attention to the presence of a problem in a timely manner so that it can be solved in time.
Prevention and prognosis
If you respond in time to the appearance of unpleasant and dangerous symptoms, the prognosis for the treatment of any disease accompanied by vomiting is favorable. Often, therapy is carried out in a hospital setting. Breast and premature babies should be under the supervision of a doctor around the clock.
The lack of proper timely treatment can lead to the development of very complex and dangerous inflammatory processes, in particular, peritonitis. Dehydration can also be very dangerous. If timely treatment is not carried out, then the death of a sick child is not excluded.
The main measure to prevent the occurrence of vomiting is the exclusion of provoking factors. Be sure to control nutrition, especially in young children. Some foods can have a negative effect on the digestive system and make the digestive system more sensitive. In the diet, salty and smoked dishes, as well as carbonated drinks should be present in a minimum amount. Among the main preventive measures, it is necessary to highlight such as:
- timely treatment of existing diseases;
- regular examination of the child;
- balanced diet.
If the examination did not reveal serious pathologies, then it is necessary to strengthen the immune system in order to avoid unpleasant consequences.