Question
The baby, who is over six months old, has had diarrhea due to a cold. The baby has been on medication for six days, but there’s been no improvement. The diarrhea has been going on for 8-9 days now, with 6-7 bowel movements per day. What should I do?
Answer
Disease Analysis: Hello, diarrhea caused by a common cold is usually due to viral infection. Guidance: Hello, it is recommended to use antiviral medications in combination with Simethicone and Mamila. It is suggested to reduce the baby’s food intake. Encourage the baby to drink more water. There are many causes of diarrhea in infants and young children. If the child is diagnosed with infantile diarrhea, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for timely treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to cultivate the child’s picky eating habits and have a balanced diet.