Question
My baby has had diarrhea for three days and has started to feel nausea and runny stools. By evening, the baby has a fever of 38 degrees. We’ve given an intramuscular injection to reduce the fever, but on the third day, the baby still has diarrhea with watery stools four times a day. We’ve been giving oral montmorillonite powder probiotics in addition to probiotics for intestinal health. On the third day, the baby has no appetite and doesn’t eat any complementary foods. The baby has eaten three servings of formula milk, but it all comes out after eating.
Answer
It’s possible that the baby’s gastrointestinal dysfunction is caused by a cold. It is recommended to apply peppermint protective oil (Bao’an oil, available in Hong Kong) around the navel of the baby once a day. The above suggestions are for the question “My baby has had diarrhea for three days and has started to feel nausea and runny stools. By evening, the baby has a fever of 38 degrees,” hoping it will be helpful to you. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!