Patient's question:
What should a newborn eat when they have diarrhea? The baby is currently 5.5 months old and has been having 5-6 bowel movements a day, with watery, liquid-like stools. Every time they urinate, there are also bowel movements. Previously, the stools were yellow, but this time they are green with a sour smell. It has been three days, and there has been no improvement. Please ask what medicine can be taken.Doctor's answer:
If the baby has diarrhea, it is recommended to check if the stool is due to indigestion or intestinal inflammation. It is also important to pay attention to whether the intestinal dysfunction is caused by a common cold. In case of indigestion, it is best to go to the hospital for examination and receive intravenous fluid treatment. The feeding interval should be extended. Rest the stomach and intestines. Drink more water. If supplementary foods have been added, they should be temporarily stopped. Alternatively, the addition of supplementary foods should be reduced. After improvement, it should be gradually restored. Especially, it should not be too much food.