Patient's question:
Doctor, my boyfriend vomited and had diarrhea two days ago and went to the hospital for a thorough examination, where he was diagnosed with viral gastroenteritis. So I would like to understand what viral gastroenteritis is, how serious it is, whether it can be cured, what symptoms it may have, and what steps can be taken to effectively and completely recover from this illness?Doctor's answer:
Children often experience symptoms such as dry vomiting and abdominal pain. Due to the significant loss of fluids and electrolytes caused by nausea and vomiting, the child may suffer from dehydration and acidosis. In the prevention of nausea and vomiting during autumn and winter, attention should be paid to infant feeding hygiene. Used bottles and nipples should be boiled in hot water, and adults should wash their faces before feeding children. Young children should also wash their faces before meals and after using the toilet. Avoid eating unclean or spoiled food.In addition, during the treatment of gastroenteritis, in addition to immediate medical treatment, the patient's dietary condition and mental state are also very important. The patient must avoid excessive mental stress and worry to prevent unnecessary interference with the complete recovery from gastroenteritis.