Question
When a newborn has green stools, occasionally accompanied by milk curd, and defecates multiple times a day, the baby is only 47 days old. What is the best course of treatment?
Answer
Green stools in a baby are usually not a major concern. This is because the color of the stool comes from bile, which is used to aid in the digestion and absorption of food. Normally, bile mixes thoroughly with food, resulting in a uniform yellow color. However, if bile does not have enough time to mix with food due to rapid intestinal movement, it may not have the opportunity to perform its absorption function before being excreted, leading to green or yellow-green components in the stool.