Question
A three-month-old male infant has been suffering from diarrhea for more than a dozen days, with watery stools occurring up to ten times a day. The parents have already tried giving him Mommy Love and Wang’s Baohujiu Pill, as well as undergoing four days of intravenous drip treatment, but the condition has not improved. The parents are inquiring about other treatment methods for diarrhea that do not require continued intravenous drip treatment, as the baby is too young and the procedure is too painful.
Answer
When treating infant diarrhea, it is first necessary to conduct a routine stool examination to determine whether it is due to indigestion or enteritis. Once the diagnosis is clear, targeted treatment can be initiated. Additionally, it is recommended to extend the intervals between feedings to allow the gastrointestinal tract to rest. Provide plenty of water to the baby and avoid feeding him with hard-to-digest foods. It is suggested to administer pediatric complex pancreatic enzyme powder and Bishiqi, taking these medications an hour apart, and applying Fufu’er umbilical cord plasters on the navel. Pay attention to abdominal warmth, reduce food intake appropriately, and focus on light, easy-to-digest foods. Ensure sufficient fluid intake to prevent dehydration.