Question
How should I handle a six-month-old baby’s fever and diarrhea? The baby has already defervesced but still experiences persistent diarrhea after each feeding. What could be the cause? What medication should be taken? I have already been administering cefixime, attapulgite powder, and probiotics for three days, but the effects are not significant.
Answer
Considering that the baby may have digestive dysfunction due to enteritis, it is recommended to return for a follow-up pediatric visit and undergo regular stool and blood tests to determine whether the diarrhea is bacterial or viral. Follow treatment under a doctor’s guidance. It is suggested to give the baby plenty of warm water, maintain warmth, and use a warm towel to apply heat to the baby’s abdomen. For mothers breastfeeding their babies, it is advised to avoid spicy, irritating, and cold foods, reduce greasiness, and ensure the baby gets adequate deep sleep.