Question
A one-year-old and eight-month-old girl is showing symptoms of loss of appetite, and the parents suspect she may have been infected with roundworms. Is it possible for such a young child to have intestinal parasites? How can you determine if a child has been infected with intestinal parasites? If diagnosed, what medication and dosage should be used for treatment?
Answer
It is recommended that the parents take the child to the hospital for a comprehensive examination to determine if there is an infection with parasites and to rule out other possible diseases. Additionally, a simple method of diagnosis is to observe the child’s eyes; if there are blue spots on the whites of the eyes, it may indicate an infection with parasites. For young children, medications like Pao Ta Tablet, which are suitable for infants, can be considered. After treatment, the child’s appetite usually improves.