What is the situation when a three-and-a-half-month-old baby frequently has frothy, watery bowel movements?

Patient's question:

For a while, I took it three times a day with a paste-like consistency. I took Smecta and Jianpin San, which only worked temporarily. Once I stopped taking the medicine, the symptoms returned just the same. Many people say that Mamikai doesn't work, and neither does boiled apple water or carrot water. I bought Simotang now but don't dare to give it to him, afraid it won't work either. What is going on?

Doctor's answer:

There is a relationship between incomplete gastrointestinal development and growth. Pure breastfeeding is generally never associated with this reaction, and it is more common in artificially fed infants. The main cause may be digestive disorders or gastrointestinal allergic reactions. The occurrence of pasty stools suggests a possible gastrointestinal infection, and Smecta can alleviate symptoms of loose stools. Mimi's main ingredient is bifidobacteria, which can help regulate the gastrointestinal tract, but it is not very effective against infections. It is recommended not to take Simotone for now, and instead, take an adequate amount of bifidobacteria. Generally, it will improve after 4 months, and normal bowel movements can be restored after introducing complementary foods.

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