Patient's question:
What should I do if a 3-month-old baby has green stools? The child was fed with formula milk from birth, and the initial bowel movements were normal. After the full moon, the baby started having green stools, once a day, with well-formed stools that were slightly greasy. After visiting the hospital, the baby was prescribed probiotics for a period of time. Please ask the expert what is going on and what should be done?Doctor's answer:
Babies who are breastfed typically have green stools. Green stools can also occur when formula milk or dietary iron is not absorbed well; hunger, chills, overeating, or poor digestion can all lead to green stools. It is recommended that mothers follow the principle of eating less and more frequently to feed their babies reasonably. Avoid cold and raw foods, as well as foods that are difficult to digest; at the same time, avoid wind and cold. Pay attention to keeping warm. Moderate exercise can enhance physical fitness; if diarrhea is severe, consider poor digestion, gastrointestinal dysfunction, or intestinal infection. It is recommended to check the stool routine to confirm the diagnosis and treat the symptoms under the guidance of a professional doctor.