Vomiting and diarrhoea

Diarrhoea and vomiting are common symptoms in infants up to six months of age. While the symptoms often reflect a gastrointestinal disorder the attending physician needs to be aware of possible non gastrointestinal causes. Such symptoms occurring in the newborn often point to congenital causes. Dehydration and nutrition are the key points needing attention in the management of diarrhoea in infants. Drugs virtually have no role in the management of diarrhoea and vomiting in infants.