Patient's question:
When the child was two months old, they couldn't defecate and were given raw honey, which led to diarrhea a few days later. They experienced 10 to 20 episodes of curd-like stools daily. After long-term treatment, there was some improvement. However, slight carelessness in eating fruits or meat would cause the child to have mud-like stools or diarrhea with mucus. Routine tests showed fat droplets, sometimes a few white blood cells, and occasionally red blood cells. The child is now malnourished and deficient in elements such as calcium and zinc.Doctor's answer:
To rule out lactose intolerance, as children with this condition lack the enzyme to digest lactose, they are likely to experience diarrhea when consuming dairy products. You can try switching to soy-based products to see if it improves the condition. Currently, it is suspected to be indigestion or gastrointestinal dysfunction, which may be related to neuroregulatory disorders.On one hand, it is important to focus on diet, ensuring it is easily digestible. On the other hand, regulating gastrointestinal function is recommended, such as taking probiotics in moderation, which can be effective. Additionally, a very important aspect is to supplement with calcium, as recent studies suggest that gastrointestinal dysfunction may be caused by autonomic nervous system disorders. Calcium and magnesium are crucial for regulating nerve function, so taking calcium and magnesium supplements may help.