Question
An eight-month-old girl is experiencing persistent vomiting and diarrhea symptoms, which have been ongoing for a week, and the diarrhea is now watery. The parents have tried various medications, but the symptoms have not improved. How should one handle persistent vomiting and diarrhea in young children?
Answer
These symptoms may be caused by gastrointestinal inflammation due to improper diet in young children. It is recommended that parents prepare ginger and dates water for their child to warm the stomach and stop vomiting, and also use probiotic medications and abdominal plaster for treatment. At the same time, ensure that the child drinks plenty of sugar and salt water to avoid dehydration, and provide light, easy-to-digest food. If the symptoms do not improve after following these suggestions, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for further examination and treatment.