Questions
- Is it normal for a baby’s stool to contain mucus?
- Is there a connection between slow weight gain, poor gastrointestinal absorption, and stool containing mucus?
- How should parents adjust their baby’s gastrointestinal system to promote absorption and normal stool?
- Is a full-body examination necessary, and how can one differentiate between indigestion and enteritis?
Answers
Stool containing mucus in infants may indicate malabsorption or enteritis, and it’s important to check for any intestinal dysfunction caused by a cold. For malabsorption, medications like Shanyao Jianpi Oral Liquid or Simeticon can be recommended for treatment. In severe cases, medical consultation and intravenous treatment may be necessary, along with extending the feeding interval to allow the gastrointestinal system to rest. Increase fluid intake, temporarily stop or reduce the addition of complementary foods until symptoms improve, and then gradually resume. Avoid eating difficult-to-digest foods.