What to do if babies have diarrhea in autumn
Autumn is the season with high incidence of diarrhea in infants. The temperature changes greatly, the virus is active, and the infant's immune system is not yet perfect, which can easily cause diarrhea problems. In response to this common situation, this article combines hot topics and expert advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide parents with a scientific response plan.
1. Common causes of infant diarrhea in autumn
| Reason type | Specific instructions | Proportion (reference data) |
|---|---|---|
| rotavirus infection | High incidence in autumn, spread through feces and mouth | About 40%-50% |
| Improper diet | Improper addition of complementary foods or food allergies | About 20%-30% |
| Cold in the abdomen | Large temperature difference between day and night leads to gastrointestinal dysfunction | About 15%-20% |
| Other viral/bacterial infections | Such as norovirus, E. coli, etc. | About 10%-15% |
2. Symptom identification and severity judgment
Parents need to pay close attention to the following symptoms:
| Symptom level | Specific performance | Response suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | Diarrhea 3-5 times a day, in good spirits | Home Care + Oral Rehydration |
| Moderate | 6-10 times a day, accompanied by slight dehydration (dry mouth, oliguria) | Medical treatment + rehydration treatment |
| Severe | More than 10 times a day, obvious dehydration (sunken eye sockets, anuria) | Immediate emergency treatment |
3. Scientific treatment plan
1. Replenish fluids to prevent dehydration
It is recommended to use WHO standard oral rehydration solution (ORS). The specific dosage reference:
| age | Amount of fluid to be given after each episode of diarrhea | daily total |
|---|---|---|
| <6 months | 30-50ml | Within 500ml |
| 6-24 months | 50-100ml | 500-1000ml |
2. Diet adjustment
• Breastfeeding: continue breastfeeding and increase feeding frequency
• Powdered milk feeding: Temporary switch to lactose-free formula
• Complementary food has been added: new complementary food is suspended and rice soup, apple puree and other easily digestible foods are given
3. Principles of drug use
| drug type | Instructions for use | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Montmorillonite powder | Adsorb pathogens and protect intestinal mucosa | Need to be separated by 2 hours from other medicines |
| Probiotics | Regulate intestinal flora | Need to be taken with warm water |
| antipyretics | Use when body temperature＞38.5℃ | Aspirin is prohibited |
4. Preventive measures
1.Get vaccinated: Rotavirus vaccine (vaccinated from 2 months of age)
2.health management: Wash hands frequently and disinfect tableware
3.Belly warmth: Use belly band to avoid catching cold
4.Food hygiene: Complementary food should be cooked and eaten immediately, avoid overnight stay
5. Indications for medical treatment
The following situations require immediate medical attention:
• Fever persists for >24 hours
• Blood or pus in stool
• Refusal to eat or drink
• Listlessness or unusual irritability
• Worsening of dehydration symptoms
Although infant diarrhea is common in autumn, most cases can be recovered smoothly with scientific care. Parents need to stay calm and keep records (including defecation frequency, characteristics, eating status, etc.) to provide accurate basis for doctor's diagnosis. rememberPrevention is better than cure, taking protective measures in advance is the key.
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