1. What is baby diarrhea?
Baby diarrhea refers to an increase in the number of defecation times in infants and young children, and the feces becomes thin and even watery. Typically, 1-2 bowel movements per day is normal, but every baby is different and some babies may have bowel movements more frequently.
2. Why do babies have diarrhea?
1. Dietary problems: For example, eating too many fruits, vegetables or foods containing too much sugar.
2. Infection: such as infection with enterovirus, bacteria or parasites.
3. Drug reasons: such as the use of antibiotics and other drugs.
4. Overfeeding: Overfeeding may also cause diarrhea in the baby.
3. How to prevent diarrhea in babies?
1. Maintain a balanced diet: Properly combine nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates and fats to avoid overfeeding.
2. Pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene: change diapers and wash hands frequently to avoid cross-infection.
3. Regular vaccination: Vaccination against rotavirus and other diseases can effectively prevent intestinal diseases.
4. Avoid using too many drugs: Do not use drugs at will, especially antibiotics.
4. Treatment methods for babies with diarrhea
1. Diet conditioning: Feed your baby easily digestible foods, such as rice noodles, noodles, etc., and avoid irritating foods.
2. Replenish water: It is easy to become dehydrated when you have diarrhea, so you need to replenish water in time.
3. Use drugs: If diarrhea is caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics and other drugs can be used to treat it.
5. When do you need medical treatment?
1. The baby has diarrhea for too long: If the baby continues to have diarrhea for more than 3 days, he should seek medical treatment in time.
2. Accompanied by other symptoms: such as fever, vomiting, etc.
3. Dehydration occurs: such as dry mouth and decreased urine output.
In short, diarrhea is a common condition for 6-month-old babies. Parents need to pay attention to dietary hygiene and receive relevant vaccinations regularly. If diarrhea occurs, take appropriate measures in a timely manner and seek medical treatment as appropriate.
