Question
A three-month-old baby has bowel movements more than ten times a day, and even flatulence brings out feces. The stool is loose, sometimes with froth, and is exclusively breastfed without symptoms of crying or fussiness. I would like to ask about effective treatment methods and past treatment outcomes. What kind of assistance am I hoping to receive?
Answer
The baby’s stool has an obvious smell, which may indicate protein indigestion. It is recommended to increase the milk volume or dilute the milk. If there is a lot of froth in the stool, it may be due to indigestion, and then it is necessary to increase or stop consuming starchy foods. The presence of milk curds in the stool is a sign of poor digestion and absorption. It is suggested to give the baby digestive cod liver oil to promote calcium absorption, and to administer probiotics to improve intestinal flora, prevent diarrhea and vomiting, promote digestion and absorption, and stabilize gastrointestinal function.