Question
The 11-month-old baby recently defecated black and blue stool, with decreased appetite, increased feeding times, still in good spirits, but with phlegm in the throat and an unresolved cold. Parents are asking whether this situation is normal and whether they should be concerned.
Answer
According to professional medical advice, a baby’s black and blue stool may be caused by indigestion. Parents can give the baby some probiotics to nourish the intestines and perform clockwise abdominal massage. At the same time, they should pay attention to a light diet and scientifically and reasonably provide complementary foods, avoiding excessive intake of cold and indigestible foods. If the mother is breastfeeding, she also needs to pay attention to her own diet. Doctors suggest that parents should not worry too much, but they should pay close attention to the baby’s condition. If the situation does not improve or other symptoms appear, they should seek medical attention promptly.