Patient's question:
My son ate lunch yesterday, and after that, I heard his stomach rumbling all the time. In the afternoon yesterday, the child started having diarrhea and had a very painful stomach. I took him to the hospital for treatment and only then found out that he had gastroenteritis. What can children with gastroenteritis eat?Doctor's answer:
In this case, gastroenteritis may be bacterial, possibly caused by consuming unclean or spoiled food. It is best to undergo bacterial culture testing for diagnosis. Antibiotics such as penicillin or cephalosporins are recommended for treatment. If nausea and vomiting are severe, intravenous fluids should be administered to prevent dehydration, along with oral rehydration salts. Also, berberine or four-strain living bacteria tablets can be used to regulate gastrointestinal function. In terms of diet, it must be light and easily digestible, with a focus on liquid or semi-liquid foods.