Question
The 7-month-old child has vomiting and diarrhea, about 2 bowel movements a day, spits up milk, cries when vomiting, and is afraid to take medicine.
Answer
Having two bowel movements a day isn’t considered severe diarrhea. Pay attention to whether the child’s urine output is decreasing; if it is, immediate rehydration is needed. Dealing with a child who refuses medicine can be trouble (troublesome), but you can try giving probiotics and symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. If enough fluids and medication are replenished, hospitalization and intravenous treatment may not be necessary. However, if vomiting is severe, immediate medical attention and intravenous treatment are required.