Treatment of vomiting in children

Vomiting in children can be due to various causes, such as stomach flu or indigestion. Occasional vomiting may not be a major cause for concern, and vomiting in children can be treated at home. However, it is recommended to seek medical attention for frequent episodes of vomiting or with other symptoms such as diarrhea or fever.

Causes of vomiting in children

of vomiting in children include:

• Gastroenteritis: Also called stomach flu or stomach infection, it is caused by a virus. In addition to vomiting, symptoms of gastroenteritis include nausea, diarrhea, and sometimes fever. In most cases, mild gastroenteritis goes away within a couple of days. Severe gastroenteritis that can lead to dehydration and other complications requires medical attention.
• Food allergy: When a child's immune system reacts to a substance or food, it is called a food allergy. Some children are allergic to foods such as peanuts, fish, wheat, eggs, milk and soybeans. Symptoms of a food allergy can include vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and breathing problems.
• Food poisoning: Food poisoning can be caused by old food or germs from fruits and vegetables. Vomiting, nausea, fever, and abdominal pain may be some of the symptoms of food poisoning in children and may go away within a few hours or take a few days.
• Appendicitis: A painful condition caused by a swollen appendix. In some cases, the appendix (a thin tube connected to the large intestine) can rupture, causing a serious infection - this is a medical emergency and should be treated immediately. Vomiting is a symptom of appendicitis, and it can be fatal if left untreated.
• Infection: Although viral gastroenteritis is common in children, some may be caused by a non-intestinal infection, such as meningitis (a bacterial infection that causes inflammation of the spinal cord and brain), septicemia (a bacterial infection of the blood), and urinary tract infection. . Tract infections. Infections Vomiting can be a symptom of these conditions.

Treating vomiting in children

In most cases, when the condition is not serious, home remedies can help treat vomiting in children:

Peppermint Peppermint

can be a great relief when your child is suffering from nausea or vomiting due to stomach pain.

Add 1 teaspoon of dried organic peppermint to a cup of hot water, let it steep a bit, and then strain the solution.

You can make your child chew some mint leaves to beat nausea.

You can also prepare a solution by mixing a spoonful of mint juice, lemon juice and honey and drinking it three times daily.

Fennel

seeds Fennel seeds have antimicrobial properties that can help treat stomach flu. Fennel seeds are also useful in regulating bowel movements and relieving nausea.

Add 1 teaspoon of ground fennel seeds to a cup of boiling water and let it steep for 5-10 minutes, then strain the solution. Drink this twice a day.

Onion juice Onions

contain antibiotic properties that can help combat nausea and vomiting.

Add 1 teaspoon each of the juice of grated onion and ginger and drink the mixture regularly.

Add 2 tablespoons of organic honey to ½ cup of onion juice and ¼ teaspoon to stop vomiting.

 Papaya

Papaya's high content of natural antibacterial compounds and enzymes helps support digestion. This also kills the acid that causes vomiting and nausea.

Papaya helps fight harmful germs and bacteria that are responsible for upset stomach and cause more vomiting in the child.

 Sugar and Salt Solution

We all know how vomiting can irritate the stomach lining and expel all the vital nutrients from the body. It causes severe dehydration and fluid imbalance in the body. 

Therefore, it is important to maintain fluid balance. In this way, the solution of sugar and salt can help your child to hold together and overcome vomiting.

Cumin

Cumin is one of the best home remedies for vomiting. The spice helps your child to overcome the feeling caused by digestive problems.

Mix half a teaspoon of cumin powder and cardamom powder with a teaspoon of honey and drink the mixture.

You can prepare a mixture by adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cumin solution.

Add ½ teaspoon of cumin seeds to hot water and dilute the solution.

Vinegar

Vinegar has antimicrobial properties that can effectively treat food poisoning. In addition, apple cider vinegar helps remove toxins and soothe the stomach even more.

Mix one tablespoon of honey and apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink the solution regularly.

You can also rinse your child's mouth with a diluted solution of vinegar and water to freshen their breath.

 Rice water

You should try to use white rice to prepare rice water because the starch in white rice is relatively easier to digest. 

You can boil one cup of white rice in two cups of water and strain it into a cup. Rice water can help your child deal with a bout of vomiting, especially when gastritis is the main cause of vomiting.

Ginger Ginger

acts as a natural anti-emetic that helps calm the baby's digestive system, stop vomiting and reduce nausea.

Mix 1 teaspoon each of fresh ginger juice and lemon juice and the child can drink this solution several times.

You can also make fresh ginger tea with honey.

Chamomile Chamomile

helps babies with digestion and promotes better sleep. Chamomile helps him recover from nausea and reduces the effect of stress chemicals on his brain. It also produces healthy kidney hormones.

Lavender

Lavender oil is famous for its scent that will keep your baby feeling fresh. In addition, lavender can also treat headaches and thus promote better sleep. You can add a few drops of this to your child's scarf, bed sheet or pillow and let him inhale a little of it.

Solids

 You can give your baby soft foods, but be sure to eat them slowly. Also ask if they are hungry and want to eat. Foods you can serve include: crackers, rice, dry cereal, cooked carrots, bananas, boiled potatoes, or any other fruits and vegetables they want to eat. Don't give him greasy or fried food, it may cause him to run.

Lemon juice

 You can give your child a few sips of lemon, lemon water or soda, which will help relieve vomiting symptoms.

If the child suffers from minor cases of vomiting, try the natural methods of treating vomiting in children that we mentioned, but if the situation continues without improvement, you should consult a doctor.