Question
What should be done if a child has diarrhea after intravenous treatment for severe pneumonia?
Answer
Based on your description, the baby is about one month old and has been hospitalized for treatment of severe pneumonia, receiving antibiotics for 15 days. These medications can sometimes cause gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, and dry heaves. In terms of feeding, it is recommended to reduce the amount of milk given each time and increase the frequency of feeding, and to hold the baby upright after feeding. Oral medications such as Babyganic’s granules and Simmering Decoction can be administered. The baby should recover in a few days.