How to keep fluids down when vomiting?
My son has been vomiting a lot today, and he's not able to keep any fluids down, which worries me about dehydration. What can I give him, or what should I do to help him keep fluids down?
My son has been vomiting a lot today, and he's not able to keep any fluids down, which worries me about dehydration. What can I give him, or what should I do to help him keep fluids down?
Honestly, this sounds serious if you're not able to keep fluids down. I had a similar situation once and it led to severe dehydration, ended up in the hospital. Please don't try home remedies, it's better to consult a doctor immediately to avoid complications. They might need to give you IV fluids.
When I had a bad stomach bug and couldn't even drink water, my doctor at Apollo told me to try sips of ORS or coconut water very slowly, like just a spoon every 10-15 mins. But the main thing is, you should definitely talk to your doctor. They know your case history better and can guide you.
Be careful with what you read online, especially when it comes to health. People give all sorts of advice. If you're vomiting continuously and can't even hold water, that's not normal and needs medical attention. A doctor will tell you the right way, rather than trying random tips that might make it worse.
My doctor explained to me that when you're vomiting, your stomach is irritated, so drinking a lot at once can trigger more vomiting. She suggested small, frequent sips of clear liquids like ORS, clear broth, or ginger ale (flat). Avoid dairy, fruit juices, and solid food until you can keep liquids down comfortably.
Yaar, this happened to me once when I had food poisoning. Actually, my doc told me to try ice chips first, like just sucking on them instead of drinking water. And then very small sips of ORS. But seriously, if it's constant vomiting, you need to see a doctor. Don't take it lightly.
Beta, if you're throwing up so much that you can't keep anything down, it's not a small thing. Dehydration can happen very quickly, especially if it's hot. Please don't delay, go see a doctor. It's always better to get it checked by a professional for your own safety, rather than waiting for it to get worse.
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