Question
My baby is three months old and has been having loose stools with a small increase in weight. He has never received any treatment. I want to know the cause and treatment method.
Answer
Since the baby’s gastrointestinal motility is faster, frequent bowel movements are usually a normal phenomenon. If the baby has good appetite, is in good spirits, and is gaining weight normally, this may be physiological diarrhea, which usually does not require treatment. However, if the baby has reduced appetite and poor spirits, this may be a sign of illness and needs timely treatment. Common medications include attapulgite powder and probiotics, which should help the baby gradually improve after taking them. In summary, the baby’s current condition is not severe, and should gradually recover after taking the aforementioned medications.