Question
An eight-month-old baby has been experiencing diarrhea for five days, with stools that are loose and resemble egg flower soup, occurring six to eight times daily. The baby has taken attapulgite powder, probiotics, and pediatric anti-diarrheal medication, but there has been no improvement in the condition. What are the symptoms, and how should treatment be carried out?
Answer
Infant diarrhea is a common pediatric clinical diagnosis symptom. Typically, hormonal medication treatment can only achieve short-term effects, and may even be completely ineffective, with its strong side effects potentially disturbing the child’s normal growth. Here, we introduce a common clinical diagnosis treatment method that is simple yet effective. The specific method involves using five-stripe acorn (available at pharmacies), ground into powder, mixed with warm vinegar to form a paste, and then applied to the child’s acupoint (navel). You can decide on the frequency of application as needed. Wishing your little one a healthy growth!