Question
Symptom Description: The child has been experiencing diarrhea since August 9th, with the first day being quite severe, around ten times. The day before yesterday, there were three episodes, and the day before that, just one. Today’s routine laboratory tests show purulent cells: 0-1. The child is only drinking formula milk, and is in good spirits with no unusual water intake. Mucilage powder has been used for treatment, and assistance is sought: What do the purulent cells in the test results indicate? Online information mentions plus signs for purulent cells; does my child’s case qualify as a minus sign?
Answer
It is recommended to check the stool to determine if it is due to indigestion or enteritis. Pay attention to whether the intestinal function disorder is caused by a cold. For indigestion, it is suggested to use Shanyao Jianpi Oral Liquid, Simeta, and other remedies. Severe cases require medical attention and intravenous treatment. Extend the interval between feedings to allow the gastrointestinal tract to rest, and increase water intake. If complementary foods are introduced, they should be temporarily stopped or reduced. Gradually resume feeding after improvement, avoiding foods that are hard to digest. In cases with inflammation detected in the test, anti-inflammatory treatment is needed. Fever requires antipyretic treatment, and in severe cases, intravenous treatment may be necessary. Pay attention to extending the feeding interval, allowing the gastrointestinal tract to rest, increasing water intake, and avoiding foods that are hard to digest.