What does it mean if my baby is projectile vomiting?

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

That means the pathway from his stomach to his intestines is blocked, preventing the stomach from emptying. Call your doctor or go to the ER right away. A doctor will check for pyloric stenosis, a condition that requires immediate surgery to prevent dehydration and malnutrition.

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