Patient's question:
The baby is two years old and has acute gastroenteritis. It has been three days and the baby has been refusing to eat anything, only drinking some breast milk. Should we go to the hospital for nutritional supplementation?The baby is two years old and has acute gastroenteritis. It has been three days and the baby has been refusing to eat anything, only drinking some breast milk. Should we go to the hospital for nutritional supplementation?
Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: A 2-year-old child with acute gastroenteritis, poor appetite for three days. If the child exhibits symptoms of dehydration such as decreased urination, lethargy, or dry lips and mouth, fluid replacement therapy should be administered.Advice: Based on the child's condition, if symptoms of dehydration such as lethargy, decreased urination, or dry lips and mouth are present, fluid replacement therapy can be considered.