Question
How should one handle a 8-month-old baby experiencing diarrhea symptoms?
Answer
The aminoglycoside ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity of Gentamicin require extra caution in infants and young children. Self-administration of medication is inappropriate; it should be guided by a doctor. Simply using Smecta is not sufficient, as it only has an antidiarrheal effect. It is necessary to examine the stool; if inflammation is present, active treatment should be initiated to prevent the condition from worsening. Based on the description, the child may have already shown signs of dehydration, and it is recommended to provide dilute saltwater. Additionally, diarrhea may be due to weak spleen and stomach, especially in cases of dyspepsia, where medication to regulate the spleen and stomach should also be used.