Question
What should I do if a child has diarrhea with high white blood cells?
Answer
A blood test showing elevated white blood cells indicates a possible bacterial infection within the body. This may be due to bacterial infections causing diarrhea and vomiting, leading to decreased appetite and frequent diarrhea. To prevent dehydration, oral rehydration salts can be used to replenish fluids, and intravenous fluid therapy and antibiotic treatment can be administered if necessary. For diarrhea caused by bacterial infections, it is generally not recommended to use anti-diarrheal medications such as attapulgite powder, as this may prolong the course of the disease.