Question
My child is four years old. Lately, they have been experiencing poor digestion, abdominal bloating, nausea, loose and poorly digested stools. This might be related to eating less for dinner. They only defecate once a day and occasionally have short-term abdominal pain after meals. Besides these symptoms, there is also a slight sore throat and clear nasal mucus. What past treatments and their effects have been?
Answer
The child has taken traditional Chinese medicine for two days, but the effects were not significant. We want to know what symptoms the child might have and whether it could be due to fever-induced intestinal dysfunction. It is suggested to take Shan Mai Jian Pi Oral Liquid to aid absorption and Huoxiang Pouji, a traditional Chinese medicine for digestion. Avoid overeating and give the stomach and intestines a rest by drinking more water. If oral medication is easily vomited, especially if it irritates the gastrointestinal tract, consider intravenous treatment. Additionally, antibiotic treatment should be considered. In daily life, avoid eating difficult-to-digest, greasy, or overly cold foods. Porridge is a good choice. Eat a light diet and drink plenty of water to ensure sufficient water intake for digestion.