Question
A child began showing symptoms of dry vomiting and diarrhea on the 16th, which continued with loose stools for several days. There were no diarrhea episodes on the 19th, but the child had two episodes of diarrhea after receiving an intravenous drip in the afternoon on the 20th. The stools started out slightly thick and then became watery. The onset of symptoms was between the 15th and 16th, and the doctor only mentioned that the blood count was elevated. The parents felt regretful, as they were in a hurry and didn’t notice that there was a pediatric department on the first floor. The parents first visited the emergency department and then made an appointment with a pediatrician, who suggested a stool test. However, since the child hadn’t defecated that day, the parents chose to get an intravenous drip instead. After the first drip, there was no improvement, so they did not proceed with the stool test and went home.
Answer
The parent described the course of the illness, and the doctor recommended first conducting a stool test to clarify the specific condition. Such cases are often caused by inflammation and can consider taking “Montmorillonite Powder,” one-third of a packet each time, three times a day. At the same time, using two medications can effectively control inflammation and also address digestive issues in the intestines, with good results. Additionally, it is advised to closely monitor urine output, as increased urine output may be a sign of dehydration, and oral rehydration salts can be taken to prevent dehydration.