Patient's question:
My child is 7 months old and has had diarrhea for a week. The stool is watery, and it happens 5 to 6 times a day.What help I am looking for: My child is 7 months old and has had diarrhea for a week. I dare not give him anything to eat, and he is only eating the rice porridge I cooked. Can he drink unsweetened formula?
Doctor's answer:
The baby has a weak stomach and spleen, making it difficult to digest food, which leads to diarrhea. Pay attention to keeping the abdomen warm and massage the San Li point more for regulation. Drinking milk may cause the stomach to swell further, increasing the burden on the intestines. The mother can give the child formula milk or breast milk. If the baby's condition is severe, it is important to seek medical treatment promptly to avoid delaying treatment and worsening the condition. It is recommended that if the child's condition is serious, treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.