Question
How should parents respond when their infants exhibit diarrhea symptoms?
Answer
Diarrhea, also known as dysentery, is an intestinal infectious disease characterized by abdominal pain, urgency, bloody stools, and purulent discharge. It is more common in infants and young children. This condition often occurs during the summer and autumn months but can also be seen in winter and spring. The main modes of transmission include contaminated water, food, and hands from patients or carriers, as well as the spread between feces and food by flies. Infants with malnutrition or gastrointestinal parasites are more susceptible to this disease. Clinically, it can be divided into acute and chronic dysentery. If an infant’s diarrhea is severe, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.