Question
Children experience diarrhea in autumn, with as many as 9 to 10 bowel movements per day. After undergoing a laboratory examination on September 1st, the diagnosis was acute diarrhea, but there was no significant improvement after treatment. How should one effectively treat pediatric diarrhea?
Answer
For cases of pediatric diarrhea, it is first recommended to conduct a stool test to determine if it is caused by indigestion or enteritis. At the same time, attention should be paid to whether there is intestinal dysfunction caused by a cold. If diagnosed with indigestion, consider taking oral Shanyao Jianpi Oral Liquid or Montmorillonite Powder and other medications. If symptoms are severe, seek medical assistance and consider intravenous treatment if necessary. Additionally, it is suggested to perform regular stool examinations to determine the nature of the diarrhea and prescribe medication accordingly. If confirmed to be due to indigestion, probiotics and lactobacillus tablets can be used for treatment.