Question
What should I do if my four-month-old baby has persistent diarrhea? The condition has been ongoing for over ten days. The baby has been having diarrhea seven or eight times a day, now down to five or six times. There was a high fever, which has subsided, and the stool is watery with purulent material. The abdomen makes rumbling sounds, and the baby usually has a bowel movement shortly after feeding.
Answer
Diarrhea in children is often attributed to causes such as indigestion, viral infections, lactose intolerance, and bacterial infections. For diarrhea symptoms, it is recommended to take intestinal probiotics, Simethicone, and ensure adequate hydration to prevent dehydration. Oral rehydration salts can be used when oral treatment is ineffective, and hospital intravenous treatment may be necessary. There are many causes of pediatric digestive diseases. If a child is diagnosed with a pediatric digestive disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Children should have a balanced diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.