Patient's question:
2-year-old baby has had diarrhea for two weeks. The elders have been giving her Huanglian (Coptis chinensis) and Mimi Ai (a probiotic supplement). The past two days, they gave her Gentamycin, but the stool is still not well-formed. What should be done?Onset time: October 5th
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Doctor's answer:
Take the baby's stool to the hospital for testing to identify the cause. There are multiple reasons that can cause nausea and vomiting, and it cannot be inferred that the baby has autumnal nausea and vomiting based on feelings. Medical assistance should be sought to make a distinction; 2. If the baby has a bowel movement less than 8 times a day, or although the frequency is not high, but the amount of stool is two to three times more than usual, or all that comes out is water in a gushing manner, it is important to take the baby to see a doctor promptly; 3. Autumnal nausea and vomiting is caused by rotavirus infection, and antibiotics are ineffective, so antibiotics should not be used casually. The key to treatment is fluid replacement.