Question
A 5-month-old baby is experiencing diarrhea symptoms. Initially, the stool is jelly-like with egg white consistency, later turning to watery with green egg white, and finally becoming yellow-green watery egg white. During nighttime defecation, the baby appears to strain very hard, with slight feverish sensations before and after defecation. What could be the cause of this situation?
Answer
This stool condition in the baby may be due to catching a cold or dyspepsia. Considering the baby’s young age, it’s not ruled out that the symptoms could be caused by an infection or disordered digestive system. If the stool is green, there may also be a risk of Pseudomonas infection. It is recommended that parents take the baby to a regular hospital for a routine stool examination under the guidance of a doctor to determine the specific cause and receive appropriate treatment.