Question
The baby has diarrhea, and their stomach is always gurgling. How should I deal with this? Do I need to go to the hospital to buy medicine for the baby?
Answer
Firstly, consider whether acute gastroenteritis has occurred, and continue to monitor the baby’s temperature, pay attention to the frequency of diarrhea, and check for any abnormalities in the stool. Generally speaking, having multiple bowel movements a day is normal, especially for a 4-month-old baby, as they will have bowel movements after eating, which is a normal phenomenon. As long as the baby does not have any other discomfort symptoms, it is not necessary to worry and they can be fed normally. Only when there are changes in the baby’s diet, spirit, and behavior, or if they continue to cry and fuss, should one be concerned about pathological manifestations. If you are still not reassured, you can go to the hospital for further examination.