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Children with mild diarrhea who aren’t vomiting can continue eating their normal diet.
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Foods to Avoid
Certain foods can make diarrhea worse.
These are marketed under certain brand names, like:
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The medication recommended to treat severe diarrhea will depend on the cause:
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However, if you have loose stools for more than two days, call your healthcare provider.
Babies under 3 months old with diarrhea should always be taken to a healthcare provider.
Do not wait or venture to treat the condition at home.
Prescription drugs may be needed to treat diarrhea brought on by parasites or bacterial infections.
Talk to your healthcare provider if your diarrhea doesn’t go away within two days.
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