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Vomiting (Children)

Call 911 if:

When a child spits up or vomits it can be messy and worrying. But it's usually not a cause for alarm.

Call Doctor If:

When Baby Spits Up

1. For Baby Spitting Up

2. Prevent Spitting Up

Treating Your Child for Vomiting

Vomiting is more forceful and painful than spitting up. Vomiting can cause a child to lose fluids, so it's important to watch for dehydration.

1. Treat Symptoms of Vomiting

2. Watch for Signs of Dehydration

3. After 3 to 4 Hours Without Vomiting

4. After 8 Hours Without Vomiting:

5. After 24 Hours Without Vomiting

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD on August 03, 2011