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What Causes Loose Stools In A 17 Month Old?
Hello Doctor, our baby daughter of 17 months is suffering from lose motion since one week and refusing to eat, she also drinks less than normal. She cries when passing stools which is liquid and watery. We have shown to doctor here, she thinks she might have a viral infection. What can we do to cure her early, as its been a week now. Thanks a lot, A.Kumar
Fri, 25 Nov 2016
loose motion at this age are mostly due to viral infection which is usually self limiting.
use of probiotics with zinc syrup help in early recovery. maintain water balance.
racecadotril in very effective drug to decrease the watery content in motion.
use of probiotics with zinc syrup help in early recovery. maintain water balance.
racecadotril in very effective drug to decrease the watery content in motion.
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