Question
A newborn less than a month old has developed diarrhea symptoms after the fever has subsided. From the 25th to the 29th, the baby received fever-reducing and anti-inflammatory medication treatments, and the body temperature dropped. During the fever, there were also symptoms of vomiting and nausea, occurring about 4 to 5 times a day. Currently, the baby no longer has a fever, but is in a poor state of health, often crying and drowsy, and breastfeeding has also deteriorated. What could be the possible causes?
Answer
The diarrhea that occurs in infants after fever subsides could be due to the following reasons: first, it may be caused by drug allergies. Second, due to weakened immunity during the fever, the baby may have been infected with a virus, leading to viral diarrhea. Additionally, excessive use of antibiotics may cause intestinal flora imbalance, resulting in vomiting. For these symptoms, the following treatment measures can be taken: use medications such as Xianping and Virazole to combat viruses, take oral Montmorillonite powder to stop diarrhea, and use Mommy Love and Multienzyme Tablets to regulate the intestines. During vomiting, unsweetened formula milk can be given. If diarrhea persists, it is necessary to go to the hospital for fluid replacement therapy.