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Vomiting,Age 3 and Younger - Check Your Symptoms

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If your child has any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first:

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Does your child have vomiting with symptoms of serious illness?

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Do you think your child's vomiting may be caused by an injury?

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Has your child vomited after 2 feedings or meals in a row?

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Has there been blood or yellow or green liquid (bile) in your child's vomit?

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Does your child have vomiting and a fever?

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Does your child have vomiting and belly pain?

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Does your child have repeated vomiting (he or she has vomited many times and is unable to keep fluids down between vomiting)?

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Does your child have vomiting and dehydration?

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Has your child had intermittent, ongoing vomiting without other symptoms?

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Do you think your child's vomiting may be caused by a medicine?

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Is your child having problems with spitting up?

Other Symptoms to Watch For

If your child has any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first:

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Last Updated: February 28, 2010
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.
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