Patient's question:
The baby is over 3 years old and has had diarrhea for several days. The check-up revealed that it is caused by rotavirus, leading to infantile diarrhea. How should rotavirus-induced diarrhea in babies be treated?Doctor's answer:
The most common viral infection causing diarrhea in children is rotavirus infection. Rotavirus infection leads to diarrhea that lasts for about a week. If not treated promptly, dehydration may occur. If a child has this rotavirus infection, the most important thing is to add enough electrolytes to the child promptly. Moisture. By using oral rehydration salts and a small amount of salt, dehydration symptoms in the child can be avoided. When necessary, oral antiviral drugs or antidiarrheal drugs should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.