Question
My child was born just 10 days ago, and their urine has always contained milk residue. They have loose stools and it’s white. They are taking medication for jaundice. Could the black diarrhea be related to the medicine, or is it about breastfeeding? I’m combining breast milk with formula.
Answer
Based on your description of the condition, it is considered that the black diarrhea may be related to the jaundice medication. The milk residue suggests a possibility of dyspepsia. I recommend giving your baby oral probiotics and being cautious about keeping warm to prevent catching a cold. If you are still not reassured, you can go to the hospital for a routine stool occult blood test to carefully check for any lower gastrointestinal bleeding. It’s also advisable to give your child more warm water to drink regularly.