Question
A 6-month-old baby has been suffering from diarrhea for 12 days, with about 5 to 6 episodes daily. The stool is yellow-green with milk curds and foam, and diarrhea occurs shortly after breastfeeding.
Answer
Considering that the diarrhea may be caused by enteritis, it is recommended to test the baby’s stool regularly and undergo anti-inflammatory treatment. Oral cefixime dry suspension and Simethicone can be administered to the baby, along with adequate fluid intake. It is also important to maintain cleanliness around the baby’s anus to prevent the occurrence of dermatitis. The baby’s diarrhea issue may take some time to gradually recover, and parents should be patient in their care.