Question
How to handle diarrhea in a 3-month-old baby?
Answer
Based on your description, the baby may have developed digestive discomfort due to mixed feeding, which has led to abnormal stools, appearing yellow with white lumps. The causes of a baby’s diarrhea can be multifaceted, including diet, environmental changes, or illnesses. When a baby has diarrhea, the following measures can be taken:
- Adjust Diet: Check if the concentration and temperature of the formula preparation are appropriate. Also, observe the baby’s reaction to formula or breast milk for any allergies or intolerance.
- Medication Treatment: Consider giving the baby stomach-soothing and digestive aids such as chicken gizzard powder, spleen-nourishing powder, and probiotics. These medications help improve digestion and alleviate diarrhea symptoms.
- Monitor Symptoms: Closely monitor the baby’s symptom changes, such as whether the frequency of diarrhea increases, if there is vomiting, fever, or other discomforts. If symptoms worsen or persist without improvement, seek medical attention promptly.
- Prevent Dehydration: When a baby has diarrhea, they may lose body fluids, so it is important to replenish fluids promptly by giving an appropriate amount of oral rehydration salts or diluted juice.
- Hygiene Practices: Maintain the baby’s personal hygiene and environmental hygiene to prevent infections. Please note that the above suggestions are for reference only. Specific treatment methods should be determined based on the baby’s actual condition and the doctor’s advice. If the baby’s symptoms do not improve or worsen, seek medical attention immediately.