Question
A four-month-old baby frequently has loose stools, sometimes even with bubbles. There are also granular substances in the stool. Since birth, the stool has not been normal. The baby has been to the doctor, but the doctor said there was no need to worry, and there was no significant improvement after taking medication. Does this kind of defecation have an impact on the baby’s health?
Answer
Does the four-month-old baby’s stool look like water? If it contains bubbles and granular substances, it may be a sign of indigestion. If the regular stool test results are normal, then there is no major problem. It is recommended to take lactase and multienzyme tablets to promote absorption and use compound lactic acid bacteria tablets to adjust gastrointestinal function. If the child is in good spirits and regular stool and occult blood tests are normal, then there is no need to be overly concerned. Continue breastfeeding and the mother should pay attention to her diet and keep the baby warm. At four months old, the baby can start adding complementary foods.