Question
The baby has diarrhea with watery stools and indigestion. The administration of Montmorillonite powder and Ribavirin granules has shown no significant improvement. How should it be handled?
Answer
Infant diarrhea often relates to irregular diet, overeating, exposure to cold, or infectious diseases, which can lead to gastrointestinal dysfunction and trigger diarrhea. If the issue is indigestion, parents can give probiotics to adjust the intestinal flora. If symptoms do not improve, it is advisable to see a doctor early on, re-examine the stool, and rule out the possibility of infectious enteritis. If infectious enteritis is present, antibiotic therapy or other anti-infection treatments, such as cephalosporin antibiotics, may be considered. Additionally, parents should ensure that the baby’s diet remains warm and avoid giving seafood or other allergenic foods.