Patient's question:
Medical Description: The child is two years and three months old. It is unclear whether it was due to excessive air conditioning at night or eating a watermelon from the refrigerator in the morning. After eating the watermelon, he had diarrhea and defecated on the sofa (he had already defecated once in the morning, which was normal. Also, he can usually control himself and wouldn't defecate on the sofa). Additionally, during the night, I heard him coughing continuously several times.Past Treatment and Effect: I gave him half a bag of Biqu (Azithromycin oral suspension). As soon as it was light, I gave him the suspension, but he drank only the first sip and then refused to drink any more.
Help Needed: What should I do? He is currently sleeping, but he woke up at 5:30 in the morning. The Huoxiang Zhengqi liquid, which is effective for adult diarrhea and vomiting, worked well. Can the child drink it?
Doctor's answer:
The child is experiencing vomiting and diarrhea, and vomiting occurs every time they eat. This could be acute gastroenteritis, likely caused by rotavirus infection, as children with weakened immunity are more prone to this disease during this season. It is also possible that the gastrointestinal tract was affected by cold, leading to a stomach flu.1. Temporarily fast for four to six hours to allow the gastrointestinal tract to rest and aid recovery.
2. If the child is very thirsty, they can be given small amounts of ginger and brown sugar water to drink frequently to stop vomiting and replenish fluids.
3. If the child shows signs of dehydration, such as sunken eyes, no tears when crying, or dry, less elastic skin, it is necessary to receive intravenous fluid treatment.