Why is drinking part of the assessment?
Diarrhoea and vomiting are common with stomach infections, but fluid loss can become a concern, particularly in young children. Record what the child can drink and keep down, rather than judging the illness only by the number of stools. Continue usual breast or bottle feeds unless individually advised otherwise.
Which changes need prompt help?
Seek prompt medical advice if the child stops feeding, has fewer wet nappies, cannot keep fluids down or has blood in the diarrhoea. Green or yellow-green vomit in a child, severe sudden abdominal pain or unusual unresponsiveness needs emergency assessment. Do not wait for a routine booking response.
What should your note include?
Record the start time, stool and vomiting episodes, feeds and drinks, wet nappies or trips to the toilet, and any measured temperature. Bring the medicine names and relevant past reports. Tell reception the visit concerns a child, but discuss private clinical details directly with the clinician.
Avoid choosing an adult diarrhoea medicine
NHS guidance says medicines to stop diarrhoea are not suitable for children under twelve. Ask about age-appropriate fluids and whether oral rehydration is needed, including the correct preparation instructions. Do not dilute formula beyond its usual strength or improvise a medicine dose from an adult pack.
Questions for the end of the visit
Ask what improvement to look for, which signs should prompt an earlier return and when reassessment is needed. Keep instructions for any recommended preparation separate from the general booking details. Tests and additional treatment should be discussed according to the assessment and confirmed before being arranged.
A pediatric appointment at Batterjee in Makkah
Open the pediatric department at Batterjee General Medical Complex in Al Aziziyah, Makkah, and the published doctors directory. Dr Nourz Al Ashmawi is listed there. Reception confirms the available clinician and time. Current consultation page and fee. Additional tests, services and fees depend on the assessment and must be confirmed before being arranged.
Request an appointment · Ask reception on WhatsApp in English · Call 0559173703. You send the request and reception confirms availability; it is not an automatically confirmed appointment. For emergency symptoms seek care directly instead of waiting for a booking reply.
Sources
Educational information does not replace assessment of the child’s individual circumstances. Content updated: 28 October 2026.