Question
A seven-month-old baby has green stool that is sometimes loose and sometimes thick. What could be the possible causes of this situation?
Answer
A baby’s green stool can be caused by a variety of factors. If the stool is small, not watery, and there are no other abnormal symptoms, consider dietary factors, such as the intake of a lot of green vegetables. For breastfed infants, it may be due to the iron in the formula not being fully absorbed, resulting in green stool. However, if the baby’s stool is not only green but also accompanied by frequent bowel movements and diarrhea, it is likely due to indigestion.