Question
The newborn’s stool is mushy with an odor, milk intake decreases, weight loss occurs, the baby cries constantly, and is listless. After examination, there is no infection in the gastrointestinal tract and no abnormalities in internal or external medicine. What is this condition?
Answer
Consider it may be due to indigestion or mild enteritis. It is recommended to conduct a routine stool examination. If the baby is breastfed, the stool usually has a slight acidic odor; however, if the stool is particularly runny or has an especially strong acidic odor, it is suggested to give the baby more water and try to feed breast milk once and water once. This might be due to protein malabsorption. If you are concerned, it is advisable to consult a doctor.