What are the reasons and treatments for green stools when defecating?

Patient's question:

My child has had diarrhea for 3 days in February. The second day, they had green watery stools. Recently, the stools have been sticky and foamy. When they urinate, water always flows out from their buttocks. What could be the reason? They are having more than 10 bowel movements a day now, and the child is a bit weak and likes to sleep. What could be the cause? It's urgent. Thank you. The child is formula-fed.
Previous treatment and effectiveness: Taking digestive medicine didn't help.
What kind of help is needed: What could be the reason and how should it be treated? What medicine should be taken? Thank you.

Doctor's answer:

This is diarrhea in children. Currently, some symptoms like wilting and napping are indicative of dehydration. Long-term nausea and vomiting can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, which can be caused by indigestion or viral infections. Long-term nausea and vomiting can also lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, which can be caused by indigestion or viral infections. It is recommended to go to the hospital for proper examination and fluid therapy.

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