Question
A four-month-old baby, mainly breastfed, has recently been experiencing green stool accompanied by foam. After a stool examination at the hospital, the doctor diagnosed the symptoms as being caused by bacteria and not physiological diarrhea. The parents want to know what kind of medication should be given for treatment, as well as the suitability of the medication. The symptoms have persisted for over ten days, but the baby’s mental state remains good.
Answer
Based on the description, the baby’s green stool could be caused by various reasons, including normal stool during formula feeding, gastrointestinal flora imbalance or indigestion due to mixed feeding, or intestinal infection. It is recommended to visit a pediatrician for regular stool examination and combine it with clinical checks to determine the exact cause. It is not advisable to give the baby medication arbitrarily before a diagnosis is made. Appropriate medication treatment should be chosen according to the examination results and medical instructions.