Question
A six-month-old baby has been experiencing diarrhea for nine days and has been diagnosed with rotavirus-induced diarrhea after hospital examination. Although probiotics and umbilical cord plasters have been tried, the symptoms have not improved. The baby has five to seven bowel movements per day, with green, watery stools containing milk curdles and mucus. The baby is breastfed. How should this situation be handled?
Answer
For infants with severe autumn diarrhea, if they exhibit high fever, frequent vomiting, diarrhea, and signs of dehydration, immediate medical treatment is required. Under the guidance of a doctor, children can receive oral rehydration or intravenous fluid therapy to replenish body fluids and electrolytes, preventing the deterioration of the condition. For mild cases, parents can administer symptomatic anti-diarrheal medications as prescribed by a doctor, such as Simethicone, which is an intestinal mucosal protective agent, as well as triple antiviral drugs.