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How To Treat Loose Motion In An Infant?

hi, good day! i have a 9 months old baby and suffering from loose motion right now. she has taken to a doctor yesterday and test her stool. examination shows plenty of fat globules. the doctor gave her oral rehydration, vometa (for vomiting) and erceflora and continuous in take of e-zinc. she also has a slight fever last night, until today. would you think that the medicines given to her will stop the loose motion? could you please advise what would be the best foods to be given to her to removed the fats? thanks!
Fri, 12 Jun 2020
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Hi,

This indicates acute gastro enteritis. Most cases are caused by viruses, and need only supportive measures, as already given by your doctor. This is enough to control loose stools, although it may take 5-7 days for motions to normalise. You need not worry.

Meanwhile, give frequent sips of fluids like ORS after each stools to avoid dehydration. Avoid fruits, juices and sugary items as these may exacerbate diarrhea. Fat globules is stools need not be worried- just indicates incomplete digestion due to decreased transit time, and need no intervention.

If fever persists after 2 days, she becomes lethargic, not taking feeds, or stool becomes blood stained, kindly take her back to doctor, as this may need addition of an antibiotic too

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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How To Treat Loose Motion In An Infant?

Hi, This indicates acute gastro enteritis. Most cases are caused by viruses, and need only supportive measures, as already given by your doctor. This is enough to control loose stools, although it may take 5-7 days for motions to normalise. You need not worry. Meanwhile, give frequent sips of fluids like ORS after each stools to avoid dehydration. Avoid fruits, juices and sugary items as these may exacerbate diarrhea. Fat globules is stools need not be worried- just indicates incomplete digestion due to decreased transit time, and need no intervention. If fever persists after 2 days, she becomes lethargic, not taking feeds, or stool becomes blood stained, kindly take her back to doctor, as this may need addition of an antibiotic too Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician