How to Determine If an Infant Has Diarrhea

Breastfed infants typically have loose and frequent bowel movements, usually without mucus or pus. If the baby is in good spirits, has a good appetite, and shows no other discomfort, and if the baby’s weight gain is within the normal range, this is referred to as ‘functional diarrhea.’ Generally, there’s no need to change the feeding method or reduce the amount or frequency of milk. This condition usually resolves naturally after introducing solid foods, leading to a decrease in bowel movements. Since this type of diarrhea has no significant impact on the baby’s growth and development, no special treatment is required. It’s advisable to consult a hospital for further examination to determine if there are any other abnormalities.
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How to Diagnose and Treat Benign Infantile Epilepsy?

Benign infantile epilepsy is one of the two common types of epilepsy, primarily occurring in children aged 0 to 13, with slightly more cases in boys than girls. This condition usually occurs soon after the child falls asleep or before they wake up in the morning, and sometimes during naptime, but rarely during the day when the child is awake. Since it does not cause organic changes in the brain, the child’s intellectual development is not affected after an episode, and some children even perform well academically.
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