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I have a 8 month old son and he has had diarrhea for some time now, how can i get rid of it without taking him to the hospital?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Do not go to ER: Going to the hospital would be the last option. A chronic problem is to be addressed in the family or pediatric clinic. It is a primary care problem. It is not a life threatening emergency. Please contact the baby's doctor for an appointment.

Answered 12/14/2013

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Emergency: Diarrhea caused dehydration in an infant can be life threatening. Can't treat symptoms without determining cause. Call pediatrician or go to er immediately.

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A member asked:

I have a 8 month old son and he has had diarrhea for some time now, how can i get rid of it without taking him to the hospital?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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