Patient's question:
What kind of diseases can be treated in general internal medicine? How should I deal with diarrhea and dehydration in a 1-year-old child?Doctor's answer:
Dehydration caused by a child's diarrhea should be addressed promptly by replenishing fluids to prevent electrolyte imbalances. It is best to give the child some light salt water or warm water to alleviate dehydration symptoms. If the dehydration is particularly severe, it is important to take the child to the hospital for inpatient observation.Dehydration caused by nausea and vomiting should also involve active treatment of the underlying condition, such as taking medication to address the nausea and vomiting.