Toddler Vomiting

Toddler Vomiting:

Toddler Vomiting Symptoms of Hydrocephalus in toddlers/children : - Abnormal enlargement of baby’s head; headache; nausea; vomiting; fever; blurred or double vision; unstable balance; irritability; sleepiness; delayed progress in walking or talking; poor coordination; change in personality; inability to concentrate; loss of sensory motor functions; seizures; or poor appetite….. Diagnosis of Hydrocephalous The most common ways for diagnosing hydrocephalus are the CT (computerized tomographic ) scans and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). They can accurately measure the size of the fluid spaces, or ventricles, within the skull……

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When your toddler is sick, you will immediately react in fear, but it is important to stay calm and treat your toddler vomiting carefully and calmly. Vomiting is a quick way to dehydrate the body, and because of the small size of your toddler, he or she will get dehydrated very quickly. Consult with your child's pediatrician before giving them any over the counter nausea or flu drugs.

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Wash your hands and the hands of your infant or toddler often when out in public places. Be aware that breastfed babies are less likely to be infected. You want to allow them to lay in their bed, but changing the sheets every 30 minutes is going to be a challenge.

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Using Gatorade would be discouraged because of the high sugar content.They now make a product called Gatorade G2. Breast Milk is also excellent if your child is still nursing.

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Signs or symptoms of significant dehydration: - unusual sleepiness - crying without tears - no urination - dry mouth Always call your Pediatrician to advise of the situation. Call your doctor if you have any concerns during the home treatment of the rotavirus.

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If vomiting lasts more than 24 hours and if your child refuses all food and liquid call a doctor. Severe dehydration also makes a child cranky and sleepy. During the first stage of the illness it is recommended that you do not interfere.

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The presence of diarrhea and vomiting may indicate a more serious condition. Diarrhea and vomiting in toddlers usually will resolve on its own within a few days. The rotavirus is especially common in children younger than 2 and causes vomiting, diarrhea and fever.

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Food allergies occur in approximately 5 percent to 8 percent of young children and can range from mild to very severe. Food poisoning is caused by bacteria such as Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus and Shigella . A child that has an intolerance to foods may experience symptoms of diarrhea, vomiting and rashes on the skin.

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Rotavirus infection can be accompanied by low-grade fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. Excessive sugar will trigger the body to increase the amount of fluid in the digestive tract, and could make diarrhea worse. It is important to increase plant fiber and add probiotic supplements or cultured foods such as yogurt to replace colonies of "friendly" bacteria in the bowel.

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A stomach virus can cause illness that lasts from two to 10 days and are common among children, especially those who attend a group daycare. To be considered diarrhea, a toddler must have several loose, watery stools within a 24-hour period. Dehydration is a symptom of stomach viruses in toddlers that results from vomiting and diarrhea and lasts for more than a day or two.