Patient's question:
The baby is now 16 days old and has been experiencing constant diarrhea. Can you recommend something for applying on the umbilical cord?Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
Type of help needed: Suggest a treatment plan to help stabilize the condition.
Doctor's answer:
Diarrhea in infants and young children is the most common gastrointestinal disease. The fundamental cause of diarrhea in babies is poor immunity and weak resistance to viruses and bacteria. When the intestines are infected, it is very easy for them to contract diarrhea. At the same time, if a baby is overfed, which can lead to indigestion, it can also cause diarrhea. Additionally, allergic constitution and fever can also accompany diarrhea symptoms.During acute diarrhea in babies, it is appropriate to temporarily fast for a short period, generally not exceeding 8 hours. Proper fluid supplementation is also necessary, along with small, frequent meals. If needed, the baby can also take Pan Deyi (a traditional Chinese medicine) and probiotics, as well as apply pediatric diarrhea patches, which have a good effect.