How to treat diarrhea in a 1.5-year-old baby

Patient's question:

The baby is still young, and has loose stools with bowel movements 78 times a day. The abdomen makes gurgling sounds. How should I treat loose stools in a 1.5-year-old baby?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, according to the problem you reported, I think your baby should be suffering from viral gastroenteritis. I suggest you go to the hospital to have a stool test for virus. According to the problem you reported, I think your baby should be suffering from rotavirus-induced gastroenteritis. Symptomatic treatment and fluid replacement are necessary. You can take some probiotics orally, such as probiotics. Eat some easily digestible foods. Love to eat small and frequent meals.

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