Question
The baby is four and a half months old and has had diarrhea for nearly a month. Despite trying many medications, there has been no improvement. This week, we switched doctors and after taking the medication, the baby’s stool turned black. What is going on? How was the previous treatment and what were the effects? Have there been any allergies? We hope to receive some assistance.
Answer
Based on your description, it seems that the baby might have some weakness in the spleen and stomach. The baby’s black stool may be related to the medication. You can give him some Changle Kang, infantJianpi San powder, and tannic acid protein. Combine this with dietary therapy, reduce the amount of milk given to him, cook some millet congee, and only drink the top layer of the soup (you can add a small amount of salt or sugar), but do not eat the millet inside. This is both nutritious and can help soothe the stomach. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery.