Question
My 7-month-old baby had diarrhea five times yesterday and several times today. Although the frequency has decreased, the stool is still yellow and not much in quantity. The baby is in good spirits, but there is some redness and swelling around the anus. We gave the baby the medicine prescribed by the doctor (Montmorillonite Powder, Dextropropoxyphene Granules, Bresh, Rehydration Solution) at noon, but the baby still had diarrhea two or three times. Should we continue with the medicine today?
Answer
A child’s digestive system is not yet fully developed, with lower levels of digestive enzymes and gastric acid, which are unable to adapt to sudden changes in the quantity and quality of food. This can easily lead to indigestion. It is recommended to pay attention to rest and diet and avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods. If symptoms of indigestion occur, consider giving your child oral Bacillus subtilis powder. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish your baby good health!