Question
A 28-month-old child vomited three times in the morning. The stool is dry at the front and loose at the back, starting from this morning. There are no hereditary issues. What medication should be taken?
Answer
The most common cause of diarrhea in children is infection, and it is necessary to check if the stool is infected with enteritis or even dysentery. If there is bacterial enteritis, cefalosporin drugs are needed for treatment; if dysentery is present, then a visit to a infectious disease hospital is required. Probiotics can be taken to adjust the intestinal flora, and montmorillonite powder can be used to stop diarrhea when nausea and vomiting are severe. If the child shows signs of dehydration, immediate hospitalization for intravenous fluid replacement therapy is needed. Diet should consist of light, soft, and easily digestible foods.