Question
A six-month-old male infant has up to five or six bowel movements per day. Although not watery, the stools are thick and not in large quantities. The baby is in good spirits, and a hospital examination found a small number of white blood cells. The doctor prescribed cephalosporin antibiotics, but after several days, the symptoms did not improve. Is this considered newborn diarrhea? How should it be addressed?
Answer
Childhood diarrhea may be related to dietary changes, improper diet, food retention, or catching a cold. It is recommended to use probiotics, attapulgite powder, and oral liquid of Simmilaris and Peony decoction to treat diarrhea. Massage techniques such as abdominal massage, nipping the spine, and dividing and pushing Yin and Yang can be combined. The infant should have small meals more frequently, pay attention to abdominal warmth, and the mother should maintain a light diet, avoiding spicy and cold foods. I hope these suggestions will be helpful, and wish the baby a quick recovery and a healthy, happy growth.