Question
The baby often has diarrhea after eating and it has been going on for several days. What should I do?
Answer
A 5-month-old baby’s digestive system is not fully mature, making them prone to dyspepsia. First, observe any abnormalities in the baby’s stool color, consistency, and quantity. If the stool appears pale, contains particles, or resembles egg flower soup, it may be a sign of dyspepsia. In terms of feeding, temporarily reduce or stop adding new complementary foods and gradually increase the amount of complementary foods to give the baby’s intestines enough time to recover. If the baby is on formula milk, avoid adding extra sugar and temporarily stop feeding cooling medicine. Additionally, monitor for signs of dehydration such as dry lips, reduced urine output, or sunken eyes, and supplement the baby’s lost fluids and electrolytes through oral rehydration salts. Medications like Golden Bifid can be used to adjust the intestinal flora, and they should be mixed with warm water. If diarrhea is severe, anti-diarrheal medications such as Simethicone can be used.
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