Question
Dr. Cao, hello. Our seven-and-a-half-month-old baby has been having about six bowel movements a day for the past month. Should we take the child to the hospital for a check-up due to this frequency?
Answer
Inadequate feeding of infants may lead to dyspepsia and an increase in bowel movements. It is recommended to use beneficial bacteria to regulate gut flora to promote the baby’s digestion and absorption. If abdominal cord treatment is used, it is advisable to replenish electrolytes and provide easy-to-digest, light foods to gradually restore normalcy.