Patient's question:
The cold is likely caused by enlarged adenoids. Additionally, the child has been having a lot of bowel movements, and it seems like no matter how much they eat, they still have the same amount of output, indicating poor absorption. Their complexion is noticeably poor, and their appetite is also bad, with significant weight loss. What can be done? They don't want to eat anything. How should I adjust their diet to help them eat something?Doctor's answer:
Hello: There are many causes of colds, including external and internal factors. A clear diagnosis can be made, and active treatment can be provided. Consider whether there are symptoms of diarrhea. Children with diarrhea should adjust their diet. If the child is being introduced to solid foods, it is recommended to pause the introduction of solid foods or reduce the frequency and amount. Young children should stop eating foods high in fat and meat. Breastfed infants should be breastfed as much as possible.For children with nausea and vomiting, in addition to providing easily digestible foods, they should be fed small amounts multiple times with water and food given slowly. When diarrhea and vomiting are particularly severe, food can be reduced by 1-2 meals. Long-term fasting is no longer recommended at this time, as it is not beneficial for the child.
For children with mild to moderate diarrhea without severe vomiting, they should be given oral rehydration solution (ORS) mixed with water in small amounts multiple times. The composition used by hospitals is uniformly formulated by the World Health Organization (WHO). For mild to moderate dehydration, as long as feeding is maintained, dehydration can generally be corrected. For children who have not yet developed dehydration, starting ORS soon after the onset of diarrhea can prevent or reduce the occurrence of dehydration and acidosis. If ORS is not available at home, rice water or boiled water with appropriate amounts of salt can be used as substitutes. Add about 1 gram of salt per 500 milliliters of liquid (similar in size to an APC tablet). For newborns, premature infants, and infants aged 2-3 months, the amount of ORS should be controlled appropriately. If there are any changes in the condition, consult a doctor or seek hospital treatment promptly.
Pay attention to skin care. Infants and young children, especially babies, have delicate skin. When diarrhea occurs, the shape of the stool expelled is different from normal stool, and it is generally more acidic and has a higher frequency. If diapers are not changed promptly, the stool can stick to