Question
My 16-month-old baby has been suffering from diarrhea and has been seeing the doctor daily. The diagnosis is dehydration, and we have been treating her for 6 days now. She seems to be sleeping a lot. Is there a risk of life-threatening conditions?
Answer
The child’s condition is dehydration, which can be corrected with fluid replacement therapy. However, if the condition persists after six days of treatment, it indicates that the disease is more severe and requires immediate treatment of the underlying illness. Pay attention to the child’s excessive sleeping. It is advisable to supplement fluids frequently, combine traditional Chinese medicine for gastrointestinal regulation, provide a diet that is light and nutritious, avoid a variety of foods, keep the belly warm, and consider long-term use of probiotics to improve gastrointestinal function.