Question
My baby is one and a half years old, and their stool has been black and green. We’ve tried various medications with no effect. They have one bowel movement a day, occasionally two. They eat normally and have poor chewing ability. A detailed stool examination shows slight digestive issues. If medication doesn’t work, should we switch to another or focus on nourishment? And are there some babies whose stool is consistently green without needing treatment? I’m especially worried as the baby is getting thinner.
Answer
If a child’s stool is green, it’s usually a sign of poor digestion, often related to improper complementary feeding. It’s recommended to stop complementary feeding until the stool returns to normal, then gradually resume while offering one type of food at a time. Medications like Shizhongsheng can help with absorption, and probiotics can be tried to adjust the gut flora.