Patient's question:
My daughter has had diarrhea for over 20 days. Previously, she had 1-2 episodes daily. After taking two rounds of medication, there was no significant improvement. We took her to the hospital for a stool examination, and they said there was a white blood cell infection. She was given medication for a week, which was somewhat effective for the first two days. However, in the past two days, she has been having 4-5 bowel movements a day, and the stool is a bit runny like scrambled eggs. During the day, we feed her fresh goat milk (just squeezed, with a little hot water added), and at night, we give her formula. Her spirits are okay, and she consumes about 180ml of milk.What type of diarrhea does this belong to?
Doctor's answer:
1) Feeding should be on a fixed schedule and in measured quantities. Gradually introduce complementary foods over time, but avoid adding too much starchy or fatty foods too early. Also, avoid sudden changes in the type of complementary foods. You can give the baby some apple juice and carrot water to help reduce excess fluid in the intestines.2) The transition to new milk should be gradual, and rushing is to be avoided. Generally, the transition process takes about 2 weeks. The first transition should start with the middle meal of the day, then gradually increase the number of meals with the new milk every few days until fully switched. Considering that every baby is different, the steps of the transition can be adjusted accordingly based on the baby's constitution.
3) Pay attention to climate changes and adjust clothing accordingly, ensuring warmth around the abdomen. After each bowel movement, clean the baby's perianal area with warm water, change diapers frequently, promptly handle feces, and wash hands thoroughly to prevent reinfection. At the same time, strengthen physical exercise to prevent illnesses such as colds, pneumonia, and otitis media.