Hello doctor my son is 11 months old and he poop...

Treatment of  diarrhea in children:
In fact, there are many causes that may lead to diarrhea, such as gastroenteritis and enteritis, where a medical examination must be carried out to look at the pathogen, then diagnose and treat the condition accordingly. Firstly, diarrhea can lead to dehydration, so hydration of the baby is a must orally or intravenous according to the her condition. From the symptoms the child has, there is a possibility of infection, so antibiotic such as metronidzole can be prescribed.

Diagnosis:
Clinical medical examination and knowledge of the child’s medical history by the doctor. Some tests can be done including a complete blood test for acute infections, and a stool examination for parasites or amebiasis.

Causes diarrhea in children:

• Viral infections
• bacterial infections
• gastroenteritis
• milk allergy
• vaccinations
• Other

Recommendation:
Refer to a specialized pediatrician for examination and follow-up

If there is bacterial infection, antibiotic can be given according to the patient's condition.