What causes diarrhea and fever in children?

Written by Yao Li Qin
Pediatrics
Updated on January 16, 2025
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Pediatric diarrhea is a group of diseases caused by multiple etiologies and factors, characterized by an increase in the frequency of defecation and changes in stool characteristics. Pediatric diarrhea can be accompanied by varying degrees of fever, primarily due to viral or bacterial infections. For example, clinically, infections with rotavirus can lead to high fever in children. Additionally, infections caused by various bacteria, such as bacterial dysentery, can increase the frequency of defecation and result in symptoms of bacterial toxicosis. In such cases, fever is also a symptom. Only when the infective factors are completely controlled can the body temperature return to a normal range.

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What are some medicines for pediatric diarrhea?

Pediatric diarrhea primarily refers to changes in the frequency and characteristics of stool due to various causes. Active treatment is necessary for pediatric diarrhea, starting with infection control as the initial step in pharmacological treatment. If the diarrhea is confirmed to be caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotics should be used under the guidance of a hospital physician. Secondly, treatment of the intestinal microecosystem is essential, commonly involving the administration of probiotics to children to help restore the ecological balance of normal intestinal flora, inhibiting the colonization and invasion of various pathogens, thus treating the diarrhea. Additionally, intestinal mucosal protectants, such as commonly used smectite powder, can enhance the barrier functions of the intestine to prevent pathogenic microorganisms from attacking the intestine and intestinal mucosa. Another treatment is anti-secretory therapy, frequently using racemic cadozetrack, along with zinc supplementation. Zinc supplements should be given to children with acute diarrhea to promote the repair of intestinal mucosa and prevent future mucosal damage, which can lead to acute diarrhea.

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Can children with diarrhea eat grapes?

Pediatric diarrhea is a digestive syndrome characterized by an increased number of bowel movements and a change in the nature of stools, caused by multiple pathogens and factors. When a child has diarrhea, his gastrointestinal function is weak, and the absorption of nutrients is significantly reduced compared to normal. There is also significant intestinal dysfunction or clear intestinal infections causing the diarrhea. Grapes have a notable effect in promoting digestion; however, if a child with weak spleen and stomach functions consumes grapes, it could potentially worsen the situation by increasing the frequency of bowel movements. Therefore, it is advisable to minimize grape consumption in children with diarrhea.

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What is the cause of diarrhea in children?

Childhood diarrhea is divided into infectious diarrhea and non-infectious diarrhea, with the common type in children being infectious diarrhea, which includes rotavirus enteritis, bacterial enteritis, and bacterial dysentery, among others, with rotavirus enteritis being the most common. It is characterized by watery diarrhea or "egg-flower" style diarrhea. It is also accompanied by dry mouth, reduced urine output, and some can have symptoms such as vomiting and fever. Similarly, bacterial diarrhea can also present with vomiting, fever, and other symptoms. Other types of diarrhea, such as allergic diarrhea, commonly occur from milk allergies, and there are cases of lactose intolerance that also result in diarrhea. Therefore, there are many causes of childhood diarrhea, and each case should be analyzed specifically.

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Can children with diarrhea eat eggs?

In cases of diarrhea in children, we must pay attention to their diet. Since diarrhea itself is inflammation of the intestines, digestive function is definitely impaired, and the activity of digestive enzymes will also decrease. Under these circumstances, it is essential to provide a bland and easily digestible diet. If the diarrhea persists for a long time, it is best to feed with diarrhea-specific formula. Eggs are relatively difficult to digest, and in cases of diarrhea, they should be avoided as much as possible. Eating eggs can increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract, hinder digestion and absorption, and is not conducive to the recovery of the condition. Thus, it is advisable to avoid consuming eggs when experiencing diarrhea.

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What medicine is used for enema in children with diarrhea?

Childhood diarrhea is a common symptom in children, characterized by an increase in the frequency of bowel movements and unformed stools. Enema is a common treatment method in pediatric clinical practice, where the medication is absorbed through the rectal veins to achieve therapeutic effects. The medication used for the enema should be based on the cause of the child's diarrhea. For instance, if the diarrhea is due to indigestion, medications for indigestion should be used for the enema. If the stool is watery, astringent and antidiarrheal medications should be administered. If the child’s diarrhea is caused by enteritis due to inflammation, anti-inflammatory medications are required for the enema. If it is caused by a viral factor, antiviral medications should be used. Therefore, the specific medication for the diarrhea enema needs to be adjusted according to the actual symptoms of the child.