Patient's question:
A 6-year-old child had a low fever of 40 degrees yesterday afternoon and went to the hospital to receive a fever-reducing injection. By the evening, the fever had subsided, and they ate a little bit of porridge. However, from 10 PM last night to 6 AM today, they had diarrhea six times, each time being very watery, and they kept complaining of stomach pain. It's the same today as well. What should be done?Past treatment history and effectiveness: Previously, diarrhea was treated with medication, and it was resolved.
The kind of help needed: How should the treatment be carried out?
Doctor's answer:
Your child may have infectious diarrhea. Infectious gastroenteritis is a very common intestinal infectious disease caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, etc. The main symptoms are nausea, dry vomiting, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, etc. It is mainly spread through water and food. Poor eating habits and personal hygiene can lead to transmission.Medical Advice: It is recommended to go to a regular hospital for a thorough examination to identify the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. Probiotics and drugs like Enteral Paste can also be used for treatment. Please take the medication as prescribed. Wishing your child a speedy recovery.