Question
How many days of IV treatment are needed to stop dysentery diarrhea?
Answer
Hello, considering the baby’s stool situation, it’s possible that it’s due to bacterial enteritis rather than dysentery, although the possibility of dysentery is low. However, the treatment principle for bacterial infections leading to enteritis is similar. Currently, the treatment is effective, as indicated by the stool results. 1. Although the possibility of dysentery is low, bacterial enteritis can still be treated in a similar manner. The current treatment has been going well, and based on the stool results, it shows that the treatment is effective. 2. The child has already been treated for 4 days, and the overall treatment course is slightly short. It can be continued for another 1-2 days, and if the frequency of bowel movements is not too high, oral medication can be taken at home. 3. Pay attention to diet with small and frequent meals to avoid increasing the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. Rice gruel and diarrhea formula can be used. Wishing your baby a healthy growth!