What Causes Vomiting Along With Rash And Difficulty In Breathing?

Posted on Tue, 15 Sep 2015

Question: Hi Dr. My son was vomiting yesterday but it seems to have stopped. Now he has a rash and breathing difficulties. Gave him allergex. He seems better now. What could be the cause? He is 5 years old

Answered by Dr. Arun (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
viral infection

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Dont worry.
It could be a viral gastritis.
You need to get him examined by a physician as soon as possible.
The breathing difficulty can indicate multiple possibilities like chest infection or dehydration.
If identified appropriate treatment well be required.
Meanwhile continue the current medicines
Give him plenty of liquids to keep him hydrated.

Wishing your child speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Arun (4 minutes later)

Thanks Dr. Can seeing a doctor wait till tomorrow or must it be today? He appears much better after the allergex and not as lethargic. Doctors are not easily accessible on Sundays in South XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Arun (1 minute later)

Brief Answer:
can wait

Detailed Answer:
If he is active and not lethargic you can wait till tomorrow.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Arun (4 minutes later)

Thank you Dr

Answered by Dr. Arun (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
welcome

Detailed Answer:
You are welcome.
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar