Question
A one-and-a-half-month-old baby began to have a high fever, accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea. The baby vomits whatever is eaten and the stool appears watery and mucous. Even after three days of hospitalization and intravenous fluid therapy, there is no improvement. Although the body temperature has dropped, the child remains drowsy. The doctor diagnosed dehydration, but the diarrhea has not improved, with one to two vomiting episodes per day. The question was asked at 4:50 AM on April 1, 2010, seemingly due to overeating.
Answer
Hello, based on the description, the child may have acute gastroenteritis. There are signs of dehydration, so it is recommended to undergo aggressive treatment including fluid therapy. Intravenous fluids can include sodium bicarbonate and glucose-saline solutions, along with the administration of lactase and vitamin B6. Pay attention to diet, and only consume light foods such as millet congee, and observe any changes in the condition.