Suggest Remedies For Diarrhea In A Child

Posted on Sat, 23 Apr 2016

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Sat, 23 Apr 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hi my son is 3 and a half..he is passing stool 5-6 times in a day from past 5 days..he seems okay to me but bit concerned of his motion..doctor suggested to give bifilac and entrogermina..he is completely on formula feed plz advice.his stool seems bit cheesy and somehow watery..but he is normal as always playing sleeping and all..can it be due to summer weather??

Answered by Dr. Arun (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Follow your doctors advice, it will settle soon

Detailed Answer:
Hi, welcome to HCM..
Thanks for writing to us.

Usually loose stools is viral infection and will take even a week or so to settle down.
I don't think that just summer heat is causing it.
Its mostly infection.

I would suggest you to follow your pediatrician advice.
The medicines are appropriate.

Ensure that he drinks plenty of liquids and electrolyte solutions like electral to keep him hydrated.
If he becomes dull with poor urine output, consult your doctor again.

Wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee