Immediate medical intervention is crucial. Treatment options include:
- Stabilization: Ensuring the child is stable, maintaining airway, breathing, and circulation. - Intravenous (IV) fluids: To prevent dehydration and maintain blood pressure. - Blood transfusions: If there is significant blood loss. - Medication: Proton pump inhibitors or H2 blockers to reduce stomach acid, and medications to treat underlying conditions. - Endoscopic therapy: To control bleeding, such as banding varices or cauterizing ulcers. - Surgery: In severe cases where other treatments are ineffective.
