Question
What should be done to treat a 10-month-old baby who has diarrhea and is dehydrated?
Answer
Childhood diarrhea is a common illness caused by various pathogens and factors, characterized by increased bowel movements and changes in stool consistency. Treatment usually involves medication and dietary adjustments. Common oral medications include Mamyai, Peifikang, Simida, Lizi Changle, etc. Additionally, dietary adjustments are also important, such as increasing milk intake, switching to rice porridge, sugar-salt water, and other options. Food therapy can also be adopted, including dissolved milk, rice gruel, yogurt, fish protein powder, carrot soup, and apple puree. We hope this information is helpful to you.