Question
A mother, after taking an anti-inflammatory medication for her toothache, noticed that her eight-month-old baby started to exhibit symptoms of diarrhea. Despite administering medication to the baby, the symptoms have not improved. Currently, the baby’s stool is watery and frequent. In this situation, what should be done?
Answer
Infantile diarrhea, also known as dyspepsia, is a gastrointestinal disorder caused by dysfunction of the spleen and stomach. This condition may lead to malnutrition, delayed growth and development, and other issues such as malabsorption. Massage therapy can be effective for this condition, but if there are infection factors involved, antibiotic treatment should be considered simultaneously. In case of dehydration or poisoning symptoms, immediate emergency treatment such as intravenous fluid administration should be performed. It is recommended to conduct a detailed medical examination before any treatment to ensure the selection of the most suitable treatment plan.