Patient's question:
My baby has had diarrhea for 3 days. The doctor said it's due to a stomach and intestinal issue! They have been given intravenous fluids. The first two days were okay, but last night, there were several episodes of diarrhea, especially after eating. These past few days, I've been feeding her sugar-added porridge. Could you please advise if it's okay to eat food with added sugar? She's in relatively good spirits! However, she tends to cry at night and has a gurgling stomach. Thank you for your help! I apologize for the disturbance.Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to the situation you described: The baby has had diarrhea for 3 days, which is considered acute gastroenteritis. The baby's spirits are still good, and it is thought that dehydration and electrolyte imbalance have not yet occurred. It is not advisable to eat sweet congee. Generally, sweet complementary foods often cause bloating, nausea, and vomiting, which can lead to electrolyte imbalance, such as low potassium, and can also cause abdominal pain. If sweet foods are consumed, it may relieve abdominal pain. It is recommended not to eat them.