Level 1: What are diarrhea and dehydration in babies?
Baby diarrhea refers to an increase in the frequency of defecation in infants and young children, and the amount of stool becomes less and watery, accompanied by uncomfortable symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Dehydration in babies occurs because the body loses a large amount of water and electrolytes during diarrhea, causing a series of symptoms in the body.
Level 2: What are the causes of diarrhea and dehydration in babies?
1. Digestive infection: gastrointestinal infection caused by bacteria, viruses, etc.;
2. Improper diet: such as adding complementary foods too early or eating too much, too cold or too hot foods;
3. Drug reaction: Drugs such as antibiotics may affect the balance of intestinal flora;
4. Other reasons: such as climate change, environmental pollution, etc.
Level 3: How to prevent diarrhea and dehydration in babies?
1. Maintain hygiene: wash hands frequently, disinfect tableware and bottles, etc.;
2. Reasonable diet: feed on time, add supplementary food reasonably, avoid eating too much or too cold food, etc.;
3. Avoid infection: avoid contact with infected people, do not eat anywhere, etc.;
4. Timely treatment: If your baby develops symptoms such as diarrhea, seek medical attention promptly.
Level 4: How to tell if your baby is dehydrated?
1. Decreased urine output: significantly reduced urine output or cessation of urination;
2. Chapped lips: dry lips and thirst;
3. Sunken eye sockets: deep eye sockets and poor skin elasticity;
4. Poor mood: easily agitated, prone to crying, etc.
Level 5: How to deal with diarrhea and dehydration in babies?
1. Replenish water and electrolytes: feed more milk or water, you can use oral rehydration salt solution, etc.;
2. Diarrhea: Use appropriate medications for diarrhea according to your doctor’s recommendations;
3. Provide nutritional support: appropriately strengthen nutrition to ensure the baby’s physical needs.
Level 6: When do you need medical attention?
1. The baby has severe vomiting, high fever and other symptoms;
2. Diarrhea lasting more than 3 days;
3. The baby has symptoms of dehydration;
4. The baby has other symptoms of discomfort.
Abstract:
Baby diarrhea and dehydration are common diseases in infants and young children, mainly caused by digestive infections, improper diet and other reasons. In terms of prevention, it is very important to maintain hygiene, eat properly, and avoid infections. If your baby has symptoms of diarrhea and dehydration, he should promptly replenish water and electrolytes, diarrhea, and provide nutritional support. If the condition is severe or lasts for too long, seek medical treatment in time.
