Question
My child has been having diarrhea for 5 days, and the intravenous infusion hasn’t improved the condition. The stool is like egg white, and the child is very weak and cries easily. The onset time was 5 days ago. The detailed results of the laboratory examination indicate nausea and vomiting in children during autumn. Previous treatment and effectiveness: 4 days of intravenous infusion with ceftriaxone, along with many other medications whose names are unknown. In the past two days, the child has been passing loose stools in the morning and egg white-like stools in the afternoon. Assistance sought: appropriate medication use, and what alternative medication should be used if it’s not suitable. What is the reason for the difference in stool conditions between morning and evening? How should treatment be carried out later?
Answer
The primary consideration is viral enteritis, which can lead to symptoms such as dry heaves, nausea, vomiting, and fever. It’s advisable to have the child undergo blood routine and stool routine tests to confirm the diagnosis. Autumn is a season when children are most susceptible to recurring nausea and vomiting. Taking Simethicone can effectively protect the intestinal mucosa by covering up the virus. If the intestinal function has become disordered due to a longer duration of diarrhea, it is recommended to take probiotics like Mommy Love, Yuan Shou, or Peifeng Kang to readjust the intestines. The child’s lack of energy can be attributed to nausea and vomiting causing excessive water loss!