Patient's question:
My young niece has had intermittent diarrhea. Recently, for the past two weeks, she has been experiencing diarrhea frequently. Sometimes it gets particularly severe, with up to seven or eight watery bowel movements in a day, accompanied by some discomfort in her stomach. Other times, the diarrhea subsides after a couple of days. What could be causing her diarrhea to fluctuate like this?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Considering the child's current condition, indigestion is a possibility, but it is also necessary to rule out the possibility of diarrhea. It is recommended that you keep the abdomen warm, pay attention to a light and easily digestible diet, give the child more water, and monitor their mental state and urine output. It is suggested that children use some probiotics to regulate the gut flora. It is recommended to undergo routine medical examinations at the hospital if necessary to rule out intestinal infections. Wishing your child a healthy growth!