Patient's question:
My baby is four months old. His appetite is good, but he has four to five bowel movements every day, and the amount is quite large, with a consistency of paste and a sour, foul smell! Is this normal??Doctor's answer:
Eaten too much, a bit of indigestion, eat a little less, it will be fine in a couple of days. Due to differences in age, diet, and bowel habits, the frequency of bowel movements varies daily for babies. Different feeding methods and practices also result in different characteristics of stool. If you're not sure, you should take the stool to the hospital for a routine examination to get a clear diagnosis, and appropriate medication can be used. If this is prolonged, it can affect nutrient absorption and lead to malnutrition.