Question
My child was born a month ago, and recently, for some unknown reason, they have been experiencing diarrhea 1-2 times a day, with very loose stools. The child’s stools have started to turn yellow-green, and the condition is getting worse. Sometimes, it feels like the stools are almost water, and the child cries all day. How should pediatric diarrhea be treated?
Answer
It is recommended to first have your child undergo a routine stool examination at a hospital to determine whether the cause is pediatric indigestion, enteritis, or intestinal dysfunction due to a cold. If it is due to indigestion, oral medication is suggested, along with treatment using a navel patch on the belly button. In necessary cases, hospital pediatric intravenous treatment may be required. Pay attention to giving your child plenty of water and avoiding cold and stimulating foods. If it is caused by enteritis, it is recommended to choose intravenous anti-inflammatory treatment to prevent dehydration in the child. The harm of diarrhea lies in its ability to cause significant loss of water and electrolytes in children, posing a serious threat to their lives. Therefore, timely replenishment of water and electrolytes is particularly important. For children with mild diarrhea, drinking enough fluids can help prevent dehydration.