How to deal with low fever and diarrhea in a 2-month-old baby?

Patient's question:

Yesterday morning, I started having diarrhea, my palms felt hot, and my stool was foul-smelling. In the afternoon, I took digestive liquid, and again in the evening. From evening to early morning, I had two bowel movements. In the morning, I noticed I had a slight fever (38°C). I've been eating less than usual.
Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help do you need: What should I do?

Doctor's answer:

The symptoms mentioned are likely due to a fever. Recommendations:
1. The foul-smelling stool may be caused by digestive issues resulting from the fever.
2. You can take Jian'er Xiaoshi oral liquid.
3. For a temperature above 38.5°C, give the child a fever-reducing medication like ibuprofen.
4. If the temperature is higher, use physical cooling methods.
The above advice is for the question "Low-grade fever with diarrhea in a 12-month-old baby." It is hoped that it will be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!

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