Question
A newborn baby over a month old has very loose stools, sometimes in a jet-like (shot-like) pattern. What could be the cause? Is it concerning? What was the previous treatment and its effectiveness?
Answer
Based on the baby’s medical history and symptoms, the possible cause may be rotavirus enteritis, a common disease during the fall and winter season characterized by the passage of yellow watery curd-like stools and may be accompanied by vomiting and fever. To confirm the diagnosis, a routine stool examination and rotavirus test can be conducted at a hospital. Once diagnosed, targeted treatment for the cause can be administered, usually with good results.