Question
What are the typical symptoms of pediatric enteritis, and how should parents handle it?
Answer
Pediatric enteritis may lead to children being restless and disobedient, as they are uncomfortable. The symptoms usually include diarrhea up to 5 to 8 times a day, accompanied by mild fever, but without any signs of dehydration. In terms of treatment, if diagnosed as bacterial enteritis, antibiotics can be used. However, due to the changing drug resistance of bacteria, antibiotics must be used under a doctor’s guidance and taken according to the doctor’s instructions. Sometimes, patients may stop taking medication just when their symptoms improve, which may lead to chronic colitis due to insufficient medication use, resulting in persistent illness and affecting the child’s health and nutrition.