Patient's question:
My son has been having diarrhea this week and has been taking medicine and getting injections, but he's still a bit feverish. The medicine and injections haven't shown improvement. His temperature is 37 degrees, and the diarrhea is very severe—his stool is like egg water, very watery.Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None.
Help needed: Is there any way to treat this faster and more effectively?
Doctor's answer:
The baby's condition is likely to be gastroenteritis. This season is usually viral gastroenteritis, but it is necessary to conduct a thorough examination to confirm the specifics. It is recommended to perform blood tests, urine tests, and stool tests to determine the specific situation. The treatment for gastroenteritis mainly focuses on preventing dehydration, and intravenous fluid therapy may be necessary if needed. You can initially use Montmorillonite powder and umbilical patches for treatment and observation, while paying attention to drinking an appropriate amount of water.