Question

How to handle a case of diarrhea in infants and young children that has lasted for three days?

Answer

Perform routine stool and occult blood tests, with the sample to be checked within one hour after the child defecates. There are many causes of diarrhea in infants and young children. If a child is diagnosed with diarrhea, parents should cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention to not allow their children to develop picky eating habits and should have a balanced diet.