Question
A 3-month-old baby, fed with formula milk, has been experiencing diarrhea for over 20 days. How should this situation be handled?
Answer
For a 3-month-old baby, having multiple bowel movements daily is usually normal. However, if the baby’s stools are watery and the color of the stool changes, this may indicate that the baby has diarrhea. Diarrhea poses a threat to the baby’s health, so appropriate measures should be taken. Parents should pay attention to weather changes and adjust the baby’s clothing accordingly, especially ensuring the warmth of the abdomen. After each bowel movement, the baby’s perianal area should be cleaned with warm water, and diapers should be changed frequently. At the same time, feces should be disposed of promptly, and hands should be washed and disinfected to avoid repeated infections.