Question
The infant is experiencing vomiting, with 5-6 episodes a day, often accompanied by crying and fussiness. Some say that breastfed infants are prone to diarrhea due to fat milk. In such cases, what should be noted and how should the baby’s diarrhea be treated?
Answer
The treatment for diarrhea in infants includes avoiding overly greasy foods and refraining from consuming extremely cold, spicy, or irritating foods. The hindmilk, which has a higher fat content, should not be given to the infant. Provide the baby with warm water between diaper changes to aid digestion and ensure that the baby’s abdomen and feet are kept warm. You can use a hot water bottle or a warm towel to apply heat to the baby’s abdomen and monitor temperature changes. You can also try pediatric acupuncture therapy, which, according to traditional Chinese medicine theory, involves applying techniques to specific acupoints in children to prevent disease or enhance intelligence.