Question
Six-month-old girl has been experiencing persistent diarrhea for two months. Her symptoms include watery stools with egg-like particles, frequent bowel movements exceeding ten times a day, occasionally containing blood and pus. She experiences discomfort during bowel movements, often crying and sweating heavily. Despite an initial diagnosis of dysentery and five days of intravenous treatment, her symptoms persist, leading to noticeable weight loss. Seeking urgent professional advice, her parents are looking for an effective treatment solution.
Answer
For infants with long-term diarrhea, it is first important to ensure that their nutritional intake is not affected. Even if diarrhea occurs, newly introduced complementary foods such as rice porridge and vegetable puree do not need to be completely stopped, but foods that may cause discomfort should be avoided. If the infant is formula-fed, it is recommended to switch to a lactose-free special formula, which can be continued for 1 to 2 weeks. Additionally, it is suggested that parents take their child to the hospital for a stool examination.