Question
My baby has been having diarrhea since birth for ten days now, with a loose, milk-like consistency, and the area around the anus is red. What could be the cause, and what should I be attentive to?
Answer
Diarrhea in babies may be caused by indigestion, a cold, or a bacterial infection. A baby’s digestive system is relatively weak but very important, directly affecting the baby’s absorption of nutrition and healthy growth. Firstly, if the mother has enough milk, it is recommended to breastfeed exclusively. Secondly, when breast milk is insufficient or not available, artificial feeding should be adjusted. Mothers who breastfeed must maintain a balanced diet with a reasonable and comprehensive nutritional mix and should keep it light.