Patient's question:
A 20-day-old newborn has had 5 bowel movements today, mostly watery, not very much, with a consistency like egg fragments and a golden yellow color. She has been on mixed feeding. Could this be diarrhea? She hasn't seen a doctor yet. Recently, the baby received intravenous drips at the hospital and was prescribed Bacillus subtilis live capsules to regulate the intestines. Is it still appropriate for the baby to take this medication now? Is it effective? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Hello, it can be used. Probiotics do not harm the body and can help regulate the intestinal flora, which can treat the current diarrhea.Advice: However, the child's bowel movements are still not very frequent, and the frequency is acceptable. Just using probiotics is sufficient. The child's mother should pay attention to her diet and avoid greasy and cold foods. Wishing the child a speedy recovery.