Question
A five-month-old male infant experienced fever at night and the next day, the urine appeared yellow and had a milky characteristic. The parents stated that they had not paid special attention before and this was the first time they had noticed this phenomenon. What could be the possible causes of this situation?
Answer
Based on the description, the infant’s symptoms may be related to heat syndrome. It is advisable to visit a hospital for a urine test to determine if there are any abnormalities in the urine. During fever, the infant’s breathing may accelerate, leading to increased loss of body fluids through respiration, which in turn reduces blood volume relatively, causing the urine to become more concentrated and darker in color than usual. While conducting a urine routine check, it is also recommended to give the infant an oral probiotic powder to supplement beneficial gut bacteria, promoting digestion.