Patient's question:
My baby is 3 months old and has had diarrhea for 2 weeks. Sometimes the stool is yellow with bubbles, and sometimes it's green with curds. Eating two packs of Kentling hasn't been very effective. The baby is still having diarrhea, and it's not due to insufficient breastfeeding. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
A three-month-old baby with diarrhea, if the number of bowel movements exceeds six times daily and the stool is watery, poor feeding, and lethargic, requires immediate medical attention to determine the cause of the diarrhea. In cases of bacterial infection, intravenous antibiotics such as cephalosporins, penicillins, or macrolides may be necessary, along with fluid replacement therapy. Preventing dehydration and electrolyte imbalance in the baby is crucial to avoid severe consequences. Oral medications like Smecta and Bifidumbacterium can be combined to protect the intestinal mucosa, regulate gut flora, and promote healing.