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Suggest Treatment For Weakness And Lack Of Appetite Along With Stomach Infections
Hi there, my 4 year old has had what I assume is a stomach flu for the past 4 days. Started with Diarrhea, then vomitted everything for 1 day. He has stopped and I am keeping him as hydrated as possible with ors drinks but he still has no appetite at all for past 2 days and is so tired he naps a couple of times throughout day. Is this par for course with a virus or bug of this kind in kids? He is urinating and he has tears, so I hope he isn t too dehydrated
Mon, 11 Jul 2016
Hi,
Welcome To Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern regarding to your child’s health.
I have seen number of patients with same complain. These complain occur due to intake of indigested/infected food or infected water in past 3 to 4 days. So, you are doing proper by rehydrating with ORS liquids because it is necessary to maintain fluid level in the body. In such cases, physical examination is necessary so better to consult pediatrician.
Till the time of consultation, you can give Ondasentron type liquid (if no allergy), 5 ml, twice in a day for 1 to 2 days with Sporlac sachets, 3 times in a day for 1 to 2 days.
Hope this information will be helpful to resolve your query and further queries are always welcome. I will like to answer them.
Wish your child good health.
Take Care, Thank You.
From:- Dr. Nupur Shah
Welcome To Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern regarding to your child’s health.
I have seen number of patients with same complain. These complain occur due to intake of indigested/infected food or infected water in past 3 to 4 days. So, you are doing proper by rehydrating with ORS liquids because it is necessary to maintain fluid level in the body. In such cases, physical examination is necessary so better to consult pediatrician.
Till the time of consultation, you can give Ondasentron type liquid (if no allergy), 5 ml, twice in a day for 1 to 2 days with Sporlac sachets, 3 times in a day for 1 to 2 days.
Hope this information will be helpful to resolve your query and further queries are always welcome. I will like to answer them.
Wish your child good health.
Take Care, Thank You.
From:- Dr. Nupur Shah
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