Question
A parent of a 4-month-old daughter discovered that the baby has been experiencing diarrhea symptoms since yesterday, and has already tried using abdominal pain patches to alleviate the discomfort. However, the baby still experiences diarrhea several times today, and the parent is confused about what medication or treatment method to give, hoping for a more effective solution.
Answer
The causes of infant diarrhea are mainly divided into two categories: one is indigestion, often due to improper diet or excessive intake of high-protein, high-fat, and hard-to-digest foods, as well as excessive cold and raw foods, leading to gastrointestinal dysfunction; the other is gastrointestinal infection, which may be caused by contamination of food or feeding utensils with bacteria or viruses, triggering inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. When dealing with infant diarrhea, it is recommended to first observe and record the frequency and characteristics of the diarrhea, and adjust the diet accordingly to avoid giving stimulating or hard-to-digest foods. If the symptoms persist or worsen, seek professional medical advice.