Question
An 8-month-old child has symptoms of cough and occasional dry vomiting. In the past two days, the child has had severe diarrhea, resembling urine. After visiting the pediatric emergency department, the doctor prescribed medication to clear the lungs and stop diarrhea, but there was no improvement in the symptoms after taking the medicine.
Answer
It is recommended to give the child oral Lincomycin for a week to regulate the intestines. Encourage the child to drink plenty of water, and maintain a light diet, avoiding cold and overly greasy foods. It’s best to eat small meals frequently and not to force the child to eat. Additionally, congee is an excellent adhesive diarrhea treatment and an ideal food for infants with diarrhea. Grind rice flour or cream into powder, fry it until golden brown, then add enough water and sugar to cook into a thin paste.