Patient's question:
Patient Information: Female, 0 years old, Shenzhen, GuangdongCondition Description (Onset time, main symptoms, etc.): My daughter has had diarrhea for four days, as mentioned before. It has been three days since she started passing blood, and the condition is getting worse. When we went to the hospital for a stool test, nothing significant was found, and I am very worried.
Doctor's answer:
Child diarrhea is a digestive functional disorder syndrome commonly caused by improper diet or infections within or outside the intestines, and it often occurs in infants under 2 years old. When breastfed, infants typically have one to two more bowel movements per day compared to those fed with cow's milk. Diarrhea refers to an increase in moisture in the stool and a change in its composition. Generally, during diarrhea, the frequency of bowel movements increases, the stool becomes greener, and it has a foul, sour odor. The main symptoms include fever, vomiting, and others. It is recommended to have a stool test done at the hospital to determine the underlying cause before starting treatment.