Question
What are the traditional Chinese medicine treatments for pediatric indigestion?
Answer
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, pediatric indigestion is often related to insufficient function of the spleen and stomach. The methods of treating pediatric indigestion in traditional Chinese medicine include medication and dietary adjustments. For medication, you can choose traditional Chinese patent medicines such as Xingpi Yang’er Granules to regulate the function of the spleen and stomach. In terms of diet, one should consume easily digestible and absorbable foods and develop regular living habits, adhering to a schedule. Additionally, you can add a small amount of sugar to milk to soften the stool. In severe cases, parents can also try using a small soap bar to stimulate the baby’s anus to help with defecation.