Patient's question:
My baby had some diarrhea a few days ago. The stool wasn't too liquid, but more like egg white-like. However, yesterday the diarrhea worsened, with more frequent bowel movements and watery stools. This morning, the baby is very lethargic and lying motionless. What should I do if my child loses water due to diarrhea? I'm very worried.Doctor's answer:
The child has diarrhea to the point of dehydration, which is likely indicative of acute gastroenteritis. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital as soon as possible for a thorough examination of the stool and blood tests. Intravenous fluids may be necessary to replenish the body's fluids. Give the child warm water to drink, and in terms of diet, consume some white rice porridge or millet porridge. Eat small meals frequently, and you can also coordinate with many stomach-soothing and anti-diarrheal medications for symptomatic treatment.