Patient's question:
My baby just turned three months old. Since two months, he hasn't had bowel movements regularly. Sometimes he has three bowel movements a day, and sometimes five, which is quite frequent (breastfed). His stool contains granular milk powder and is green. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
The child should be experiencing indigestion, which is a normal phenomenon. It's just that the baby has eaten too much, leading to indigestion. Since the baby is very young, their digestive system is weak, and overeating can easily cause curdled milk. It is recommended to give the child Simethicone, Lactase, or Compound Starch Enzyme Oral Liquid to improve absorption. You can also gently massage around the baby's navel in a clockwise direction. Massaging in a clockwise direction helps promote intestinal movement and enhances absorption. Additionally, the mother should avoid spicy, greasy, extremely cold, and irritating foods.