Question
An 11-month-old baby is experiencing vomiting and diarrhea symptoms, has already been treated by a doctor but there is no improvement. The diarrhea is watery and contains egg white-like substances. The parents are worried about the baby becoming dehydrated. How should they handle this situation?
Answer
Based on the description, the baby may have viral gastroenteritis. It is recommended to conduct a routine stool examination to confirm whether the baby is infected with rotavirus or adenovirus. Continue with fluid replacement therapy and consider using intravenous injection of nutritional myocardial drugs to prevent myocardial damage caused by viral infection. Currently, it is suggested to conduct a routine stool examination,In conjunction with drug treatment, and apply heat compresses to alleviate symptoms.