Patient's question:
My son just turned one year old. Recently, he has been having two to three bowel movements a day, and they are not well-formed. His appetite is normal. Previously, he had one bowel movement a day, and they were well-formed. A few days ago, I gave him a dose of Huashi Wan, and I wonder if it was too strong. Also, what medicine should I give him? Thank you, expertDoctor's answer:
Viral diarrhea, if the child is still in relatively good condition, with five to six bowel movements a day, normal urine output, and stable mental state, can be treated at home. Over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medications can be used, along with increased saltwater intake and a small amount of rice water. In most cases, the acute phase will pass smoothly within 3 to 5 days. However, if the child has severe viral diarrhea, significantly reduced urine output, poor mental state, and signs of dehydration, they should seek medical treatment at our hospital.