Question
A six-month-old baby has been experiencing persistent diarrhea symptoms since birth until three months old. At the age of one hundred days, the baby was given infant digestive powder and montmorillonite powder, which improved the diarrhea situation temporarily, but it recurred later, with the excrement showing a foamy texture. What might be the cause of this condition? How should it be treated? Is there a connection with the baby being fed formula within two hours after birth?
Answer
Persistent diarrhea in babies should consider the possibility of lactose intolerance or milk protein allergy. Some babies may experience diarrhea after consuming breast milk or milk due to lactose intolerance; at the same time, some babies may be allergic to proteins in breast milk or milk, leading to diarrhea. It is recommended to first administer lactase to the baby and continue breastfeeding while observing if there is an improvement in the diarrhea situation.