Priyanka Das Priyanka Das Asked 5 months ago

Does intussusception cause bilious vomiting?

My baby has been very cranky and throwing up a lot, and the vomit looks yellowish-green. The doctor mentioned checking for intussusception. Does intussusception typically cause this kind of bilious vomiting?

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Ramesh Kumar Ramesh Kumar Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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In our villages, we always get scared when children vomit green-yellow liquid. Please do not wait or try any home remedies if this is happening. Take the child to a big hospital immediately, doctors will handle it carefully.

Aditya Verma Aditya Verma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Yes, bilious vomiting indicates a bowel obstruction, which is a classic symptom of advanced intussusception. This requires immediate clinical evaluation and scanning. Please do not delay and go to an emergency room now.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Greenish-yellow (bilious) vomiting can indeed be a sign of a blockage like intussusception. This is a medical emergency, so please rush to the nearest pediatrician right away! Praying for the little one. 🙏

Abhishek Joshi Abhishek Joshi Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

From what I have researched, bilious vomiting is a key warning sign of intestinal blockages like intussusception. It is extremely dangerous to wait at home. Please contact a doctor or visit the nearest hospital emergency room immediately.

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Meera Nair Meera Nair Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

My nephew had intussusception last year and he started vomiting dark green fluid and had severe stomach pain. This is a critical medical emergency. Please run to the pediatric emergency immediately, do not wait even for a few hours.

Ramanpreet Singh Ramanpreet Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Listen, green or yellow-green vomiting is a clear red flag. Intussusception is a serious condition where the bowel folds in on itself. Stop searching on the internet and take the patient to the emergency hospital immediately.

Sujata Mahapatra Sujata Mahapatra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

This is a very serious digestive condition and not something that can be treated with dietary changes or fluids at home. Green vomit in a child is a major warning sign. Please consult a doctor immediately at a proper hospital.

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