Question
The baby has loose stools with blood strings and has been having diarrhea for seven days. The baby has taken medication in the past. How effective has the treatment been? What should be done next?
Answer
Based on the baby’s specific condition and age, acute enteritis is a likely possibility. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a stool test. If enteritis is confirmed, systemic antibiotic treatment is required, and additional medications for anti-diarrhea (diarrhea) and improve blood circulation (Chinese medicine) (blood circulation) may be added if necessary. If not enteritis, symptomatic treatment is sufficient. Temporarily do not give the baby complementary foods and wait until the baby’s diarrhea recovers before providing them.