Question
My son is 44 days old, and lately, he has been having a lot of trouble passing green, sticky stools. It’s like they’re dry but not completely dry; they’re just green, thick stools. Why does he have to strain so hard before he can go? It feels like it’s dry, and he also doesn’t urinate much.
Answer
Based on your description, your child may be experiencing indigestion or intestinal infection. In this case, it is recommended that you observe whether your child has any other symptoms such as fever or vomiting, and pay attention to their crying behavior. First, try to calm your child’s emotions, allow them to rest adequately, and give them oral probiotics. For the navel area, you can use a pediatric navel soothing diarrhea powder for treatment. If the symptoms do not improve, it is advisable to take your child to a regular hospital’s pediatric department for a detailed examination, such as routine stool tests, blood tests, and abdominal ultrasound, in order to develop an appropriate treatment plan based on the results of the examination. Wishing your child a speedy recovery.