Question
A 7-month-old baby is experiencing diarrhea, with regular stool tests showing 3-5 white blood cells and 0-1 red blood cells. The doctor has prescribed Cefaclor, Compound Lactic Acid Bifidus Tablets, and Pediatric Diarrhea Relief, but there has been no significant improvement after taking them for several days. The baby is currently consuming diarrhea formula.
Answer
For a 7-month-old baby, due to the incomplete maturation of their gastrointestinal function, diarrhea is more likely to occur. The presence of white blood cells and red blood cells in the stool usually suggests an infection, often related to poor oral hygiene. If there are no fever symptoms, and the baby’s mental state and eating situation are good, it is generally not recommended to use antibiotics. Suggestions: If the baby does not have a decrease in urine output, oral Montmorillonite powder can be considered to protect the intestinal mucosa, and a follow-up stool routine should be conducted after three days. At the same time, attention should be paid to oral hygiene.