Patient's question:
1-year-old baby developed symptoms on the first day, initially experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, and a temperature of 37.2°C. By night, the temperature rose to 38.3°C.On the second day, there was no vomiting, but the baby received intravenous fluids (cephalexin, fever reducer, antiviral) at the hospital. However, the baby continued to have diarrhea after eating. Stool tests showed no abnormalities.
The baby's condition remains poor. Previous treatment and outcomes: The baby received intravenous fluids (cephalexin, fever reducer, antiviral) at the hospital, but continued to have diarrhea after eating. Stool tests showed no abnormalities.
What help is needed: Please advise experts.
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The preliminary diagnosis is gastroenteritis. Gastrointestinal flu is caused by a virus, but currently, the efficacy of antiviral drugs is generally poor, and the main treatment is symptomatic treatment, with intravenous therapy being the primary approach. Generally, recovery will occur within 3-6 days. The baby should pay attention to preventing colds, drink more water, and base their diet on light foods, avoiding spicy and greasy foods.