Patient's question:
Got a case of viral diarrhea and took a lot of Western medicine during the illness. After the condition improved, his appetite was very good. In the week after recovery, he could eat four bowls of rice a day, four times a day. This situation lasted for about two weeks, then suddenly he stopped eating and had repeated diarrhea. Don't know how to solve it?Doctor's answer:
Okay! If the child has been like this all along, it could be due to a weak spleen and stomach; if it's only been happening recently, it should be considered acute gastroenteritis, and currently, the likelihood of acute gastroenteritis is the highest. If the vomiting is severe, it's recommended to temporarily fast for a period of four to six hours and avoid taking any medication, with the aim of allowing the stomach to get full rest and aid recovery. If the child is extremely thirsty, they can drink a small amount of ginger and brown sugar water, which can help warm the stomach and stop vomiting. If drinking water doesn't cause vomiting, they can drink small amounts multiple times, but never drink a large amount at once, as it may stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and cause vomiting again. Once the child stops vomiting, they can start eating small amounts multiple times, gradually increasing the amount until their normal appetite is restored.