Question
An infant still experiences alternating episodes of diarrhea and improvement after multiple visits to the doctor. How should this situation be handled?
Answer
Infants’ digestive systems are not yet mature, with less gastric acid and digestive enzymes secreted, and lower enzyme activity, making them unable to handle significant changes in the quality and quantity of food. Improper diet or feeding methods may lead to vomiting. 1. Indigestion is a common possibility at this age, so it’s advisable to first check the stool to rule out the possibility of inflammation. 2. If regular stool tests show no issues, appropriate use of intestinal probiotics or digestive aids can be considered for observation, such as Jin Shuangxi, Xing Pi Yang Er Granules, etc. If test results show signs of inflammation, in addition to the aforementioned medications, antibiotics may be needed.