Patient's question:
The baby is 22 months old. On the 12th of the second lunar month, they fell ill with a fever, and after a thorough examination, it was determined to be a viral infection. A few days ago, they took medicine and the fever subsided, but they still have some coughing and a bit of shortness of breath. They were given special sodium chewable tablets, but they also have some digestive issues. However, today it became particularly severe. They went to the hospital for a stool test and were prescribed Montmorillonite powder and Bifidobacteria. They also bought lactose-free formula. Today, they had a blood test, and the doctor said to stop all previous medications and just take anti-diarrheal medication. However, they developed a high fever at night and kept having diarrhea. What should they do?Doctor's answer:
If the baby has high fever, it is first necessary to reduce the fever to prevent convulsions caused by high fever. Fever-reducing drugs or those containing acetaminophen can be used. Keep the baby hydrated; if there is no pus or blood, continue taking Montmorillonite and probiotics. Take Montmorillonite before meals and probiotics after meals. If the baby urinates less and seems lethargic, seek medical attention at a local hospital promptly to prevent electrolyte imbalance and dehydration. The above is advice for this issue. I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!