Question

My baby, who is over 10 months old, has started having diarrhea since yesterday. The stool is very loose, watery, and a bit like egg whites. We have already given medication, but it hasn’t improved. Please help.

Answer

This kind of symptom is usually seen in viral diarrhea and requires a routine stool examination to determine the cause. If the results of three consecutive examinations are negative, treatment for indigestion can be considered. Given the current season, it may be caused by viral transmission. It is recommended to adopt antiviral and supportive therapy, while controlling bowel movements, paying attention to fluid intake, and considering intravenous fluid administration when necessary. If symptoms such as severe vomiting, listlessness, and loss of appetite occur, seek medical attention promptly for blood ion tests and symptomatic supplementation of electrolytes. Do not self-administer anti-diarrheal medication to avoid toxins entering the bloodstream and causing sepsis.