Question
The child vomited first thing in the morning, followed by diarrhea, with stools resembling chicken egg flowers and then watery diarrhea. Can the child take pediatric anti-diarrheal medicine? Previous treatment and outcomes: Visited a doctor in the morning and received an injection, but still had diarrhea in the afternoon. What kind of help is needed: Can the child take pediatric anti-diarrheal medicine? Or are there other better medications?
Answer
Hello. This situation could be due to gastritis or gastrointestinal reaction caused by food. It’s also necessary to rule out the possibility of bile duct diseases. It is recommended to undergo an abdominal color Doppler ultrasound and gastroscopy first. Additionally, it’s advisable to pay attention to a light and regular diet. Eat small, frequent meals, with congee or noodles being good options. Also, it’s best to avoid eating too many cold and cool fruits. Of course, having a small amount of some common fruits is fine, such as apples, etc. The key is still to rely on medication for treatment. Medications can include omeprazole capsules and oral administration of chicken gizzard tablets.