Question
An 11-month-old baby is experiencing digestive discomfort symptoms, with a white tongue coating, loss of appetite, and a history of fever and diarrhea. After taking Montmorillonite powder and Golden Bifidus, the diarrhea stopped. The baby’s doctor prescribed Panseng treatment, and the baby is now able to breastfeed normally, but the tongue coating remains white. Is it safe to use Panseng long-term? How long does it take for the tongue coating to return to normal? Additionally, the baby likes to chew on plush toys and toilet paper; is this a sign of zinc deficiency? Do we need to supplement zinc? Can zinc supplementation regulate the spleen and stomach?
Answer
The baby’s gastrointestinal digestion and absorption function may be problematic and requires adjustment. It is recommended to give the baby pediatric complex pepsin to improve absorption, which has been shown to be effective. It is advised that mothers not feed their babies too many greasy foods to avoid diarrhea. Encourage the baby to drink more water. It is suggested to visit a regular hospital for a check-up, including a stool test to check for enteritis. If enteritis is present, anti-inflammatory medication may be required. No medication should be used long-term, and attention should be given to supplementing vitamin AD drops.