Patient's question:
The baby is almost nine months old. A few days ago, after taking some medicine for rotavirus, it improved and only had a bowel movement once a day, but it wasn't formed. Two days later, for some unknown reason, it started having diarrhea again. It's not like the egg-like consistency anymore, and at night, the baby is crying. It keeps getting better and worse, with high fever. Today, someone said the child was startled and has already been taken in. But just now, it had bright green, string-like diarrhea that doesn't easily break down, almost like jelly. What could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Rotavirus gastroenteritis in infants generally has a longer course and typically takes one to two weeks to fully recover. It is recommended to focus on administering digestive aids for recovery. If the stool is watery, there is dehydration, and the frequency is high, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for intravenous fluid replacement to prevent dehydration. Additionally, temporarily provide easily digestible foods like rice porridge. In daily life, it is important to maintain a light diet and consume more easily digestible foods. Monitor the child to prevent dehydration and consider using probiotics and antiviral medications.