Question
I have previously experienced diarrhea and abdominal distension symptoms and have been taking pediatric digestive powder and herbal oral liquid for about three to four days. Currently, the infant has stopped having diarrhea, but the abdominal distension remains. I am currently using probiotics with a suitable dosage and applying a navel patch to the abdomen. What should I be attentive to in this situation?
Answer
Guidance: Abdominal distension in infants may be due to weak spleen and stomach, and it is recommended to give the infant oral medication to regulate gastrointestinal function, strengthen the spleen, and harmonize the stomach to aid digestion, and perform abdominal heat compress. If the infant’s abdominal distension is significant, consider performing rectal gas release. If you agree with my suggestions, please leave a comment. Thank you. Analysis: The baby’s current abdominal distension may be due to potassium deficiency caused by diarrhea and insufficient intake of food, leading to slowed bowel movements. Suggestions: It is recommended to increase feeding or use medication to promote gastrointestinal motility (such as domperidone suspension), probiotics