Question
My son is about to turn three. Yesterday afternoon, after coming back from kindergarten, he showed no appetite. After dinner, while bathing, I noticed his belly was swollen, and his stool was mucoid. After drinking milk before bed, he vomited, and his belly stopped swelling. In the morning, he was listless, complained of thirst, and vomited when eating. It was easier to vomit when eating thin foods or drinking water, while solid foods were better. He said he felt uncomfortable in his stomach. I’m worried it might be fall diarrhea and am asking what to do.
Answer
It is recommended to check the stool to determine if it is due to indigestion or enteritis. Also, be aware of whether the intestinal function disorder is caused by a cold. If it’s indigestion, you can take oral Shanyao Jianpi Oral Liquid and Simeta, among other medications. In severe cases, consult a doctor and receive intravenous treatment. Extend the interval between feedings to let the gastrointestinal tract rest and drink more water. If you are introducing new complementary foods, pause or reduce the quantity and gradually resume once the situation improves. Avoid eating foods that are hard to digest. If there is inflammation, anti-inflammatory treatment should be administered; if there is a fever, it should be reduced; in severe cases, intravenous treatment should be administered. Remember to drink plenty of water and avoid eating hard-to-digest foods.