Question
Our 4-month-old baby has been suffering from diarrhea for the past few days. We took him to the hospital for a stool test, and it was found to be dyspeptic diarrhea. The doctor prescribed some medication, including Montmorillonite powder and Ribavirin granules. After taking them for two days, the baby now has dark green stools. Why is that? Before a week ago, the baby had diarrhea 7 times a day, but now it’s 4 times a day. What’s going on?
Answer
Infant diarrhea is generally related to viral or bacterial infections, rapid changes in weather, and significant temperature differences. After catching a cold, intestinal motility increases, so it’s recommended to further examine the stool regularly. If it’s due to dyspepsia, oral probiotics and stomachic and digestant tablets can be taken, with an interval of one hour between the two medications. Additionally, the baby’s feeding utensils should be paid attention to and kept clean; it’s best to sterilize them at high temperatures every day. Pay attention to abdominal warmth to prevent catching a cold.