Question
The patient is one week old and has recently had mild diarrhea with watery stools and a few drops of urine. They have previously used Lijuzhang Shanglao and umbilical plaster but with no significant improvement, and are seeking further medication advice.
Answer
Diarrhea can be categorized into acute and chronic. Acute diarrhea has a rapid onset, with a course of 2 to 3 weeks; chronic diarrhea refers to a condition that lasts for more than two months or recurs intermittently within 2 to 4 weeks. It is recommended to use commonly prescribed antidiarrheal medication under a doctor’s guidance, while also ensuring warmth and seeking timely medical treatment for severe symptoms.