Question
My child has had diarrhea for a week, and we have already used Simethicone and Mamila, as well as applied diarrhea patches, but the symptoms have not improved. The routine stool test shows the presence of red blood cells and white blood cells. How should we handle this situation?
Answer
Firstly, it is recommended to undergo further blood and stool routine checks to determine if there is a bacterial infection. If diagnosed with a bacterial infection, antibiotic treatment such as Cefpodoxime can be used under medical guidance. If it is simply a viral infection, antiviral medications such as ribavirin granules can be used. If nausea and vomiting are severe, consider fluid replacement therapy to prevent dehydration. At the same time, attention should be paid to dietary adjustment, providing easily digestible and nutritious foods, and avoiding greasy and spicy foods.