Question
How to deal with diarrhea in boys? My son is just one year old, and for the past few days, he has been having two to three bowel movements a day, which are not formed. His appetite is normal; before, he had one bowel movement a day, which was well-formed. A few days ago, I gave him a dose of a medicine for indigestion, and I’m not sure if the effect of the medicine was too strong. What medicine should I give him? Thank you for the expert advice.
Answer
If this child has viral diarrhea but is in a stable condition, with bowel movements up to five or six times a day and normal urine output, as well as good spirits, treatment can be conducted at home. Some antidiarrheal medications can be used, along with drinking plenty of saltwater and a bit of rice porridge. Generally, the acute phase will pass smoothly within 3 to 5 days. However, if the child’s diarrhea is very severe, accompanied by reduced urine output, poor spirits, or even signs of dehydration, it is necessary to seek medical treatment from a doctor at the hospital.