Question
A child has been troubled by diarrhea for about two months. The initial diagnosis was rotavirus infection, and after treatment, there was a brief recovery, but the diarrhea symptoms recurred. This time, the diagnosis was enteritis. Initially, the child had diarrhea 4 to 6 times a day, which has now increased to 8 times. The main diet is formula milk. Is it necessary to switch to diarrhea formula milk? The doctor has prescribed sulfadimethoxine sulfate and attapulgite powder, among other medications. Is additional medication treatment needed?
Answer
If the child is currently in good condition with other aspects of diet and spirit, and there are no signs of dehydration such as reduced urine output, oral medication treatment can be temporarily adopted. It is recommended to switch from regular formula milk to one specifically designed for the diarrhea period to avoid prolonged diarrhea leading to dehydration or malnutrition. If the child can eat congee or rice porridge, it is advisable to reduce the intake of dairy products and increase fluid intake to prevent dehydration.