Question
A four-month-old baby poops four to five times a day, with milk-like lumps and a fishy smell. What should I do?
Answer
If the baby has been pooping four or five times a day since birth, this is normal. Milk-like lumps and a fishy smell in the stool are usually due to indigestion and can be improved by taking some absorption-promoting medications, such as probiotics that adjust the intestinal flora. If this frequent defecation is a recent development, it is recommended to take medications that protect the gastrointestinal mucosa at the same time. Additionally, you can try acupuncture treatment to reduce the frequency of bowel movements.