Question
My baby has been experiencing frequent diarrhea since she was 8 months old, and she’s almost a year now. This month, she’s had two episodes of diarrhea. It usually resolves after about half a month, but then it happens again. What could be the cause? Her stools are usually black or gray. Is this normal?
Answer
Based on your description, your baby is approximately one year old and having two episodes of diarrhea within a month is within the normal range. If the stools appear black or gray, it is advisable to first check if there has been intake of foods containing dyes. If you feel anything is unusual, it is recommended that you take your baby to the hospital for a routine stool examination along with a hidden blood test. The above suggestions are for the question ‘How to treat persistent diarrhea in babies over 8 months old?’ I hope this helps, and wish your baby good health!