What is the reason for the baby's frequent bowel movements?

Patient's question:

1-year-old and 1-month-old baby had 4 bowel movements the day before yesterday, 3 yesterday, and 5 today. Loose stools, current appetite is a little less than usual. Normal milk intake is 600, now 500. Two bowls of porridge a day.

Doctor's answer:

According to your description, the baby has diarrhea and is eating less than usual. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a follow-up examination. There are many reasons that can cause infant diarrhea, such as indigestion, bacterial infection, and viral infection. It is suggested to go to the hospital to collect a stool sample for a routine stool test and rotavirus test. Treatment can be symptomatic based on the results. This is the advice for the question "What's wrong with a 1-year-old baby who had 4 bowel movements the day before yesterday?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!

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