Patient's question:
My little one is five years old this year. Since the day before yesterday, the child has been experiencing nausea and vomiting. Even after taking anti-diarrheal medication, it hasn’t helped. On the third day, the child is still having diarrhea multiple times a day. Seeing the child like this makes me feel very heartbroken. Hello doctor, what are some home remedies for children’s diarrhea?Doctor's answer:
A child has diarrhea, and the key is to find the cause and treat accordingly. First, pay close attention to diet. Adopt a small amount, frequent meals approach, consume light and easily digestible foods, and eat more foods that are good for the stomach. Also, pay close attention to food hygiene, hand hygiene, and sterilization. The key is fluid therapy. For mild to moderate dehydration, oral rehydration salts should be used, estimated at 50 to 80 ml per kilogram of body weight. If it's severe dehydration, intravenous fluids should be used, estimated at 90 to 120 ml per kilogram of body weight, while also adopting symptomatic treatment. If it's a viral infection, ribavirin granules may be used. If it's a bacterial infection, cephalexin or huanglian may be used.