Babies are always prone to some illnesses, and colds, diarrhea, and other illnesses are particularly common for babies. If parents find that their child has diarrhea, they should take the baby to the hospital for examination and treatment, and also take good care of it in daily life. So, can children with diarrhea be massaged?
If a child experiences diarrhea, massage can be performed. By massaging the child's acupoints, it can help alleviate diarrhea. However, massage cannot be the only treatment for infant diarrhea. If necessary, the child should seek medical treatment at a hospital.
There are many reasons that can cause diarrhea in children, such as overeating, indigestion, and catching a cold. Diarrhea caused by these reasons is more suitable for treatment through massage. However, diarrhea in children can also be caused by viral or bacterial infections, which requires medication treatment. Massage alone is not effective. Especially diarrhea may indicate enteritis, which requires the use of antibiotics for treatment.
In addition to treatment, nursing is also important after childhood diarrhea. Parents should keep their children warm and provide timely hydration to prevent dehydration. If a child has symptoms of oliguria, dry mouth, and mental fatigue, they should go to the hospital in a timely manner. Doctors usually use intravenous infusion to replenish fluids for the child.
