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Diarrhea Infection
My 19-month-old baby boy started having vomiting (twice), fever around 101°F, and multiple loose motions (initially 7 times, now around 5 times per day). He sometimes becomes active but also cries a lot, especially during loose motion, and holds his penis while passing stool. There is no vomiting now and fever has reduced. He is passing urine normally. The doctor prescribed fever medicine, vomiting medicine, ORS, probiotic, and an antibiotic for 5 days, and advised that if loose motion does not reduce within 48 hours, admission may be needed. I would like to know if this management is appropriate and when I should be concerned.
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Signs and symptoms of severe dehydration needs attention. Such as lethargy, not passing urine, no oral intake and others
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Consult if severe dehydration signs present
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Give good hydration, ORA support and zinc supplements
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Appropriate but u should be alert for signs of dehydration like excessive thirst and passing less urine or no urine
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Yes treatment is right
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Follow his advice
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Dr. Supe Vishal Laxman
Neonatologist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Treatment is appropriate no issues.Continue maintaining hydration.Give pomegranate,banana,curd rice khichdi,whole fruits (no juices)
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admission if your Dr notices dehydration and requiring iv drip
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes if initially with probiotics and antibiotics if it is not improved then you need to do stools test and blood test then after the reports accordingly treatment will be given
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