Patient's question:
The child has been having frequent diarrhea, initially experiencing 10 episodes per day. After treatment, it has reduced to 3 to 4 times per day. Additionally, every time they urinate, there is a little bit of diarrhea, resembling scrambled eggs. It has been over 10 days like this. What should be done?Doctor's answer:
Gastroenteritis is mainly caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. It may be that the medication most suitable for treating your child's condition has not yet been determined. Generally, drugs such as co-trimoxazole (Bactrim), pivmecillinam, gentamicin, and amikacin can be used. Severe cases may require chloramphenicol or co-trimoxazole. Small doses of atropine, belladonna, and propantheline can also be used to reduce intestinal spasms, promote blood circulation, and stop diarrhea. Chlorpromazine can also be used; it has a sedative effect and can inhibit excessive intestinal mucosal secretion caused by enterotoxins, reducing the frequency and volume of bowel movements.