Question

What should you do if your baby has diarrhea caused by rotavirus?

Answer

  1. When administering oral rehydration solutions, it’s appropriate to add more water.
  2. Use enteral mucosal protective agents, such as bentonite powder.
  3. If the diarrhea persists for a longer duration, some medications that adjust the intestinal flora may be needed, such as Mommy Love. For breastfed babies, it’s important to change diapers frequently in small quantities. The mother should consume easily digestible foods and reduce fatty diets. For formula-fed babies, the formula should be diluted more than usual. You can also temporarily stop milk feeding and switch to soy-based formula milk or boiled milk or lactose-free milk powder to reduce vomiting and prolong the course of the disease, as viral enteritis often accompanies lactase deficiency.