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Differential Diagnosis for Newborn Baby Vomiting and Nausea

Single Most Likely Diagnosis

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER): This is a common condition in newborns where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing vomiting and nausea. It's often due to an immature lower esophageal sphincter.

Other Likely Diagnoses

  • Infectious Gastroenteritis: Viral or bacterial infections can cause inflammation of the stomach and intestines, leading to vomiting and nausea in newborns.
  • Pyloric Stenosis: A condition where the pylorus (the passage between the stomach and small intestine) is narrowed, causing projectile vomiting.
  • Overfeeding or Underfeeding: Incorrect feeding techniques or amounts can lead to vomiting and nausea in newborns.

Do Not Miss Diagnoses

  • Intestinal Obstruction: A blockage in the intestines can cause severe vomiting and nausea, and if missed, can lead to serious complications, including death.
  • Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A birth defect where the diaphragm doesn't form properly, allowing abdominal organs to move into the chest cavity, which can cause vomiting and nausea.
  • Necrotizing Enterocolitis: A condition where a portion of the bowel dies, often due to a lack of blood supply, which can cause severe vomiting and nausea.

Rare Diagnoses

  • Congenital Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis: A rare condition where the pylorus is thickened, causing narrowing of the passage between the stomach and small intestine.
  • Gastroschisis: A rare birth defect where the baby's intestines protrude through a hole in the abdominal wall, which can cause vomiting and nausea.
  • Hirschsprung's Disease: A rare condition where nerves are missing from parts of the bowel, causing severe constipation or intestinal obstruction, which can lead to vomiting and nausea.

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This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Any medical decision-making should rely on clinical judgment and independently verified information. The content provided herein does not replace professional discretion and should be considered supplementary to established clinical guidelines. Healthcare providers should verify all information against primary literature and current practice standards before application in patient care. Dr.Oracle assumes no liability for clinical decisions based on this content.

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