Patient's question:
A six-month-old baby has had diarrhea for two months, and I am very worried. The child's symptoms keep recurring, and we have already had tests done. I hope the doctor can help us.Doctor's answer:
Diarrhea requires identifying the cause. Tests for stool routine, rotavirus, and adenovirus are necessary. If the diarrhea is due to indigestion, dietary control is needed, with rice porridge, rice water, and anti-diarrheal formula feeding being the main options. For intestinal inflammation, anti-inflammatory medication should be added. Do not fast to avoid malnutrition. Breastfed infants can continue breastfeeding, while formula-fed infants can continue with diluted formula. Children who eat small amounts of food can also continue, but should consume light, easily digestible foods such as congee, noodles, and yogurt, with small, frequent meals.