Patient's question:
The baby is three and a half months old and has been formula-fed. Her bowel movements started with once a day, then twice a day, and recently became three times a day. A few days ago, she started having bowel movements every three days, so I added 30ml of orange juice mixed with 30ml of water for her to drink every day. She drank it for two days without any issues, but after the third day, she started having diarrhea. I stopped giving it to her, and now she has had diarrhea for two days. The stool isn't particularly runny, but it has a slightly sour odor and some lumps. How should I handle this? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Three months old babies still have relatively weak gastrointestinal function, and dysbiosis of the intestinal flora may lead to constipation, making them unsuitable for supplementary feeding. Providing orange juice may easily cause nausea and vomiting. It is recommended to give the child oral probiotics or montmorillonite powder to regulate the condition. Encourage the child to drink more water to aid digestion. If there is no improvement after three days, it is best to seek medical attention promptly for a thorough examination and treatment. This is the advice on how to handle a three-month-old baby experiencing diarrhea after drinking orange juice. Wishing the baby good health!