Question
My baby, who is four months and a few days old, suddenly had diarrhea with blood and mucus threads yesterday. The stool test showed red blood cells and white blood cells. The doctor prescribed Montmorillonite Powder and Ceftriaxone Granules. After taking one dose, the baby’s stool turned green. Is it a worsening of enteritis or a sign of improvement?
Answer
If there is only an increase in white blood cells in your baby’s condition, it may not necessarily be enteritis; it could also be related to indigestion. Typically, diarrhea caused by infection does not last for such a long time, while indigestion may persist for a longer duration. You can first try using Lactase and Trimethoprim powder to help with digestion and see if it improves the situation. Consider anti-infection treatment if necessary, but it is not recommended to use medication blindly.