Patient's question:
Hello! The baby is 2 weeks and 8 days old, and their health condition was previously good. The current illness is as follows:1. The baby started vomiting on last Friday noon, and by that evening, they had a fever of around 38.5°C. On Saturday, they were examined at Xiamen First Hospital and diagnosed with gastroenteritis. After receiving intravenous fluids, they improved, and on Sunday, a follow-up check showed no issues. The doctor prescribed cefixime and Miamai.
2. Yesterday at 3 PM, the baby complained of abdominal pain and went to the hospital for a follow-up visit. The doctor prescribed Liver Seal Liquid and checked their stool, which was normal, but they were given some medication. Upon returning home, the baby still had abdominal pain, followed by vomiting and diarrhea, which then subsided.
3. The baby also woke up twice during the night to have a bowel movement. In the morning, the abdominal pain persisted, and their urine still contained a bit of loose stool. I would like to ask if all these symptoms are related to the intestines.
Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: The symptoms mentioned above in the child are considered to be indicative of acute gastroenteritis, and improvement in symptoms generally occurs quickly after dietary adjustments and medication use.Advice: The use of suppositories indicates that the medication was administered too hastily, but this is not a serious issue. Currently, there is no need to be overly concerned about the bowel movement situation, and the antibiotic can be discontinued, as most cases will improve on their own. The child is suffering from acute pediatric gastritis, so it is essential for the family to take the child to a doctor for timely medical treatment to avoid blindly using over-the-counter medications. Rational medication use is necessary. For parents, it is important to closely monitor any changes in the child's symptoms and provide as much support as possible to ensure timely treatment for the illness.