Patient's question:
The son is about to turn three. Yesterday afternoon, when he came back from kindergarten, he didn't eat much for dinner and barely finished it. While taking his bath at night, I noticed his stomach was swollen and very bloated. His stool was like paste. When he drank milk before bed, he vomited right after finishing it. After vomiting, his stomach wasn't swollen anymore. In the morning, he was always drowsy and kept saying he was thirsty. Could he be mildly dehydrated? He has no appetite for anything he eats, and vomiting occurs after eating. He easily vomits after drinking thin foods or water, but can eat dry food without issues. He also says his stomach hurts. I'm so scared—could this be autumnal diarrhea?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to check the stool test to determine if it is indigestion or intestinal inflammation. Also, pay attention to whether a cold may have caused intestinal dysfunction. If it is indigestion, oral medications such as Shanmai Jianpi Koufuye and Simida should be taken. For severe cases, consult a doctor for intravenous treatment. Extend the interval between feedings to allow the digestive system to rest. Increase fluid intake. If supplementary foods are being introduced, pause or reduce the addition of these foods. Gradually reintroduce them once symptoms improve. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest.If the test shows inflammation, anti-inflammatory treatment is recommended. If there is a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. For severe cases, intravenous treatment may be necessary. Extend the interval between feedings to allow the digestive system to rest. Increase fluid intake. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest.