What to Do When a Baby Has Diarrhea

Question

A baby who appeared to have diarrhea symptoms on November 10, 2009, had stools that were a mixture of water and mucus. What were the previous examination results and treatment situations?

Answer

A baby’s diarrhea may be caused by the low nutrient content of breast milk not meeting the baby’s body needs and absorption limits, leading to vomiting; inappropriate feeding may also be a cause of vomiting, commonly seen in formula-fed babies, such as irregular feeding times, excessive feeding amounts, or inappropriate food components, like consuming large amounts of starch or fat too early, sudden changes in food types, or weaning; or certain babies may be allergic or intolerant to milk or certain food components (such as lactose deficiency), which can trigger vomiting after eating.