Question
The duration of the illness and ongoing symptoms: several days Detailed illness description and consultation purpose: My baby might have caught a cold on the first day, and after the symptoms slightly subsided, I didn’t pay attention and gave him a few grapes. His diarrhea continued for half a month. His spirits were okay, but he was weak in the legs. During this time, we went to the hospital, and the doctor tested his stool and found no virus. He took Pefikang, Montmorillonite Powder, and later added Ganwei Xiaoshi Oral Liquid, Xixin, and was also administered two days of saline infusion and a belly patch. However, there was no improvement, and the condition worsened. Experts, do you have any good suggestions? Please check his stool regularly.
Answer
Treatment suggestions include oral pediatric complex pancreatin powder and Beiqi, taken with an interval of one hour between doses. Apply Dinggui Er navel sticker to the navel. Pay attention to abdominal warmth, reduce food intake appropriately, and focus on light and easily digestible foods. Provide sufficient fluids to prevent dehydration. Also, be aware of whether there is intestinal dysfunction caused by a cold. If it’s indigestion, suggest oral Shanyao Jianpi Oral Liquid, Simida, etc., and consult a doctor for severe cases, considering intravenous treatment. Extend the intervals between breastfeeding to allow the gastrointestinal tract to rest. Feed more water. If introducing new complementary foods, pause or reduce the introduction. Resume gradually after improvement. Especially avoid indigestible foods.