1. Causes of repeated diarrhea in babies
1.1 Infectious diarrhea
Infectious diarrhea refers to intestinal infections caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites, etc. Common pathogens include norovirus, rotavirus, E. coli, etc. Babies may develop diarrhea, vomiting, fever and other symptoms after infection.
1.2 Improper diet
Baby\’s diet is too simple or unhygienic, which can easily lead to diarrhea. Eating too much raw, cold or expired food.
1.3 Anaphylaxis
Babies may have allergic reactions to certain foods or medicines, causing diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms.
1.4 Other reasons
Such as intestinal dysfunction and imperfect digestive development can also cause repeated diarrhea.
2. How to prevent repeated diarrhea in babies
2.1 Pay attention to food hygiene
Pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene when preparing food for your baby, and try to avoid letting him eat too much greasy and irritating food.
2.2 Dietary diversity
Diversify your baby\’s diet to ensure the intake of various nutrients, while avoiding gastrointestinal discomfort caused by excessive intake of a single food.
2.3 Regular vaccination
Regular vaccination can effectively prevent certain infectious diarrhea and reduce the risk of your baby getting sick.
2.4 Pay attention to personal hygiene
Keep your baby\’s personal hygiene clean and avoid contact with patients or using public tableware.
3. How to treat recurrent diarrhea
3.1 Replenish water and electrolytes
Recurrent diarrhea will cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance in the baby, and it is necessary to replenish water and salt in time.
3.2 Give drug treatment
If it is caused by infectious diarrhea, antibiotics or antiviral drugs can be given. If it is caused by allergies, you will need to be given anti-allergy medication.
3.3 Adjust dietary structure
Adjust the diet structure according to the baby\’s condition and avoid irritating foods and too many greasy foods.
3.4 Pay attention to rest
Babies need adequate rest during the illness to avoid overexertion and aggravation of the condition.
4. When you need medical treatment
4.1 Repeated diarrhea lasts for a long time
If your baby has repeated diarrhea for a long time, lasting more than 2 weeks, he should seek medical treatment in time.
4.2 Accompanied by other symptoms
If the baby is accompanied by high fever, vomiting, abdominal pain and other uncomfortable symptoms, he should seek medical treatment in time.
4.3 Continuous dehydration
If your baby has repeated diarrhea leading to continued dehydration, manifested as thirst, dry skin, etc., he should seek medical treatment in time.
5. How to prevent recurring diarrhea
5.1 Pay attention to food hygiene
Eat a healthy and hygienic diet and avoid eating too much greasy and irritating food.
5.2 Regular vaccination
Regular vaccination can effectively prevent certain infectious diarrhea.
5.3 Enhance immunity
Enhancing your baby\’s immunity is an important measure to prevent repeated diarrhea. You can improve your baby\’s immunity through appropriate exercise and maintaining a good attitude.
6. Conclusion
Recurrent diarrhea in babies is a common disease, and parents must pay attention to it. In terms of prevention and treatment, parents should pay attention to dietary hygiene, enhance their baby\’s immunity, and seek medical treatment in time. Only in this way can we effectively prevent the occurrence of repeated diarrhea and ensure the healthy growth of the baby.
