Patient's question:
My child has recently been reluctant to eat. Later, they developed a fever and a slight cough. They also had severe diarrhea, with four to five episodes a day. I took them to the clinic for injections and medication, but it had no effect. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
If a child has diarrhea, it is recommended to first go to the hospital for a routine stool examination to confirm whether it is due to indigestion, intestinal inflammation, or a cold causing digestive dysfunction. If it is indigestion, oral medication such as Montmorillonite and infant stomach-strengthening powder should be taken, along with applying an umbilical patch to the navel. If necessary, the child may need intravenous treatment in the pediatric department of the hospital. Shorten the interval between feedings and increase fluid intake. If it is due to intestinal inflammation, it is recommended to decide on ampicillin intravenous infusion for anti-inflammatory treatment. The medication can be supplemented with cefalexin granules to prevent dehydration. If the child has a fever, oral ibuprofen suspension can be used to reduce fever. Wishing the child a speedy recovery.