Patient's question:
Duration of illness and current persistence: Approximately four months. The infant has diarrhea about ten to twelve times a day, often with green stools. Currently, the infant is breastfed. Other milk, including water, is very difficult to feed. Now seeking advice from experts for effective treatment methods, when to introduce complementary foods, and when to stop breastfeeding. Thank you! The infant weighs 6 kilograms and is 62 cm tall. Is the physical condition ideal? Thank you?Doctor's answer:
Check the routine stool test for inflammation, and provide some digestive aids. Now is the time to add complementary foods, such as vegetable soup and soft porridge. Weaning should be done between 9-10 months. The weight should be calculated as birth weight (kg) + (0.7 × month). Each infant may have different bowel habits, resulting in varying daily bowel movements. Clinically, it is normal for babies under 6 months to have 6-7 bowel movements per day, and for babies aged 6-12 months to have about 2-3 bowel movements per day. If you are not sure, it is recommended to have a check-up at the hospital.