Can adenoids cause vomiting?
My child has enlarged adenoids, and recently, they've also been experiencing frequent vomiting. I'm trying to figure out what's causing it. Can adenoids actually lead to vomiting?
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5 months ago
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Yes, actually it can happen because of the post-nasal drip. When my son had swollen adenoids, mucus would drip down his throat at night, making him gag and throw up in the morning. Getting his nasal block cleared with the doctor's help solved the vomiting completely.
7 months ago
While it is not a direct symptom, the constant throat irritation and coughing from adenoids can sometimes trigger a gag reflex. It is always better to consult a pediatric ENT specialist to see if the vomiting is because of this or some stomach infection.
7 months ago
These chronic issues can really disturb a child's sleep and appetite, which spoils their overall health. Just like I have to keep my BP in check with regular doctor visits, you must get these adenoids checked before it affects their daily eating routine.
7 months ago
I can only speak from what happened with my niece. She used to gag a lot during her sleep and sometimes throw up her dinner, and the doctor told us it was due to adenoid hypertrophy. Once they treated her adenoids, the vomiting stopped.
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6 months ago
Oh god, that post-nasal drip is a total villain! Kids swallow all that phlegm like it's soup and then obviously their stomach rebels. Don't panic, once the ENT doc clears those sinuses, the midnight barf sessions will stop too.
4 months ago
If they are vomiting, keep them hydrated first with simple ORS or coconut water so their energy doesn't dip. Once they feel a bit better, light home-cooked meals will be easier on their stomach than heavy dairy while their throat is irritated.