Question
What should I do if my child often has diarrhea, with loose stools every few days?
Answer
Diarrhea in babies may be caused by catching a cold, breastmilk-induced diarrhea, or viral infection. It is advised for parents to pay attention to rational feeding, maintain the cleanliness of the baby’s milk intake, avoid catching a cold, and can administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication such as Simeta and umbilical cord plaster. If the symptoms continue, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a regular stool examination promptly to diagnose and treat the cause. Additionally, parents should cultivate good hygiene habits and ensure that the baby does not have picky eating habits, maintaining a balanced diet.