Patient's question:
The baby has a slight cold and has been having diarrhea for four days. The color is golden yellow, like egg-like consistency, and it looks like urine when it's released. The baby isn't in great spirits, but otherwise, there's nothing much. Sometimes, the baby has a fever, but it's not very high—maximum temperature reached was 37.5 degrees Celsius.Past Treatment and Effect:
Can the baby eat a diarrhea formula? Which diarrhea formula is better?
Help Needed:
I would like to ask if this issue could be viral gastroenteritis?
Doctor's answer:
Based on the child's symptoms, it is preliminarily considered that the child may have acute nausea and vomiting. Acute nausea and vomiting in children are often caused by viruses or bacteria. In the case of the child, it is considered to have a viral infection as the basis, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and watery, yellow stools. When dehydration occurs, the child may become mentally fatigued and develop a fever. It is recommended to rest more, avoid spicy foods, and avoid cold foods. If the child experiences dry vomiting, do not immediately give them water or food, as this may cause the child to vomit more frequently, leading to an increased risk of dehydration. Appropriately digest sugar saline solution. Oral rehydration formula is not recommended at this time. If the child has no allergies to medication, treatment suggests applying Baby Patch to the navel area and taking Smecta orally. In terms of diet, rice porridge should be the main food, and nothing else should be given for the time being. If the child vomits excessively frequently, it is recommended to go to the hospital for intravenous fluid therapy to prevent dehydration. Is the child vomiting? Is the child urinating frequently? The above advice is for the question "What is the problem if a child has diarrhea for several days?" and is hoped to be helpful. Wishing you good health!