Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my daughter is one month old. She hasn't gained weight, but she is in good spirits. She started having frequent bowel movements about ten days ago, about five to six times a day. The stool is yellow to golden in color, granular, and a bit loose. The hospital tests said it's due to heavy fat in the milk. Could you please tell me what the reason is?Doctor's answer:
If breastfeeding, continue breastfeeding as usual. Generally, there is no need to change the feeding method, reduce the amount or frequency of feeding, as it can often return to normal naturally. If it is mixed or artificial feeding, continue feeding but you can adjust the diet structure appropriately. For formula-fed infants, you can add a little more water when mixing the formula to make it slightly thinner. For those who have reduced milk intake, you can give some sugar-free saline solution or reduce the amount fed each time while increasing the feeding frequency. If the bowel movements are still abnormal after 2-3 days, consult a doctor.