What Causes Vomiting At Night And Cough In A Child?

Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2016

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Question : My son has thrown up the last 2 nights in the middle of the night. He is fine during the day. No fever. He is not eating that much.He sneezes and blows snot every where. But he is not sick during the day. Says his stomach doesnt hurt any but he is only 5.Starting to cough a little not much.

Answered by Dr. Deepak Patel (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Common cold

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
Can understand your concerns.

Child has two vomitings and now has cough suggests that most probably child has got common cold.
In common cold due to indigestion vomiting can occur.
In my opinion, you should start a cough syrup three times a day for 3 days and give syrup paracetamol if fever occurs.
You should avoid cold drinks and junk food from outside.
Child should be advised to take some rest.

Review after 2 days.
I hope this will help you.
Take care.

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