Question
Last night at midnight, my child had a dry heave once, with a smelly, unabsorbed substance. Then, they kept having diarrhea for several times, complaining of abdominal pain. They are in good spirits, and I gave them a packet of over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medicine, but it didn’t work. What should I do? What medicine should I give them?
Answer
Based on the symptoms described, the baby may have developed indigestion and gastroenteritis due to exposure to cold. Self-administering anti-diarrheal medicine has not been effective. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital’s gastroenterology department for a routine stool test and to follow the doctor’s instructions for medication or intravenous treatment. In daily life, be mindful of diet and avoid eating fatty foods at night. These suggestions may help with the question “What should I do if my child wakes up with vomiting and diarrhea?” Wishing your child a healthy recovery!