Question
My newborn, approximately 20 days old, has recently been experiencing increased episodes of diarrhea, vomiting, and flatulence. There is also liquid or stool being expelled during flatulence. The baby had been taking a Yinzhi Huang oral liquid for 6 days before birth, but the diarrhea persisted after discontinuing the medication. The condition has worsened over the past two days, showing watery stools. What could be the cause and what are the solutions?
Answer
Based on the description, the newborn may be suffering from dyspepsia and vomiting due to medication side effects. The Yinzhi Huang oral liquid may have caused the diarrhea, so it should be discontinued immediately and treatment withJianpi San (Healthy Spleen Powder), probiotics, and Montmorillonite powder is recommended. After feeding, hold the baby upright and gently pat the back to reduce spitting up.