Patient's question:
My baby is ten and a half months old. The day before yesterday, she had diarrhea and a fever. Now the fever has gone down, but she still has a little diarrhea and isn't eating much. What could be the reason?Previous Treatment and Outcome:
I took her to the hospital for a check-up, and they said her diarrhea was caused by intestinal inflammation. They gave her an enema and prescribed some medication. The next day, there was no improvement, and she had a fever again, so I took her back to the hospital. They gave her a little IV fluid, but my child pulled out the needle. The doctor found it difficult to locate a vein and, since the fever had gone down, they prescribed more medication and sent her home.
Help Needed:
How can I stop the diarrhea and increase her appetite?
Doctor's answer:
Generally, when children have diarrhea, giving them probiotics is a must during their illness, and it's normal for them to have poor appetite. Just like adults, when they're not feeling well, they don't enjoy eating. In this case, it's best to give them easily digestible foods and avoid foods that are hard to digest. After a few days, they should recover.The above advice is for the question "How to avoid diarrhea and increase appetite." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!