Question

The newborn started with diarrhea at 12 days old, experienced constipation for a few days at 3 months, and now is back to diarrhea, with watery stools and milk curdles, occurring 5 to 6 times a day. Despite taking many medications, there has been no improvement, and this condition has persisted for over ten days.

Answer

Newborn diarrhea is usually related to viral or bacterial infections, and may also be caused by rapid changes in weather, large temperature differences, or catching a cold, which can lead to an acceleration of intestinal peristalsis. It is recommended to conduct a detailed stool routine examination. Treatment for dyspepsia can include oral administration of pediatric complex pancreatin powder and Bishen, with an interval of one hour between the two medications. If enteritis is present, additional pediatric Lishao should be taken along with a Fufu belly patch. Pay attention to abdominal warmth and increase fluid intake to prevent dehydration.