Question
The 2-year-old baby has had a fever and diarrhea for more than a day, and the diarrhea has been ongoing for the third day now. Every time the baby has a bowel movement, they cry hard as if they have abdominal pain, and it seems fine after defecation. Just before midnight, after feeding the baby milk, they vomited again. There’s mucus in their nose, and I’m really worried. The baby is currently taking Montmorillonite Powder and Dukatab, in addition to probiotics; the hospital has prescribed saline solution for dilution. I’m really worried, not knowing if it’s acute gastroenteritis or how severe it might be. Should the doctor recommend hospitalization? I’m really worried, and the baby’s face looks smaller!
Answer
Based on the above situation, the baby’s crying during bowel movements may be related to intestinal colic. It is suggested to apply a warm towel to the abdomen and perform clockwise massage on the abdomen. If the baby’s diarrhea is not severe and there is no fever, medication can be used first. Wishing the little one a speedy recovery and a healthy body with a beautiful life.