Patient's question:
My son has been vomiting after eating recently, with frequent episodes of vomiting and diarrhea. I thought he might have eaten something contaminated, so I gave him diarrhea medication and have been feeding him porridge daily, but the diarrhea persists. I'm starting to suspect he might be infected with some bacteria and want to get checked. I'd like to know how to scientifically examine pediatric diarrhea?Doctor's answer:
Hello! If the baby has vomiting and diarrhea, consider enterovirus infection or food accumulation as the possible causes. The former is watery with an egg-like consistency, while the latter is feces with an acid smell. If it is the former, probiotics combined with anti-diarrheal formula may be needed. If it is the latter, oral probiotics combined with some medications may help reduce food accumulation and frequency of meals. Wishing your baby healthy growth!