Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Gastrointestinal absorption and bowel movement? My son has just turned three months old and weighs about seven kilograms. He has a bowel movement once a day, and the stool is greenish in color, mushy, and sometimes has a sour smell. Some pharmacies say that the green stool is due...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. A weight gain of 7 kilograms in 3 months is excellent. 2. Green stools can indeed be due to the iron content in formula or the action of bile and intestinal enzymes, so there is no need to worry. 3. The sour smell of the stools may be due to malabsorption of carbohydrates....[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: Pediatric Concerns Explained
Bowel issues Hello Doctor: When my child was 6 months old, I switched his formula. Recently, I noticed that his stools have changed; they are somewhat watery but not overly so (they are a bit mushy but not too mushy) and do not have a strong odor. Initially, I thought he was just...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
The stool is soft and mushy. If there is no foul odor, sour smell, blood in the stool, abdominal bloating, decreased appetite, or signs of distress such as crying, there is no need for excessive concern. You may consult a pediatric gastroenterologist to evaluate and rule out the ...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: Pediatric Concerns Explained
Is It Safe to Use Dimethicone Drops for Infant Gas Relief?
Anti-bloating drops Dear Dr. Zhang, My child is currently about three months old, and his height and weight are both normal. He is exclusively drinking formula (YouSheng SA+), and he has a bowel movement approximately every 2-4 days (occasionally the stool is a bit dry, but he d...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, if height and weight are growing steadily, nutritional needs should be adequate and not cause abdominal distension. It may still be related to insufficient bowel movements. You might consider trying probiotics or adding dietary fiber according to the ch...[Read More] Is It Safe to Use Dimethicone Drops for Infant Gas Relief?
Mucus in Baby's Stool: What Parents Need to Know About Digestive Health
Mucus in stool? Dear Doctor: My daughter is almost two months old and is exclusively breastfed. She eats 5-6 times a day, about 100cc each time. After her first month, she had a bowel movement only once in about ten days. We used a rectal thermometer with petroleum jelly to help ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. If the characteristics of the stool are different from usual and the frequency has increased, it may indicate diarrhea, which could be related to a cold or occasionally to medication. Please consult a physician nearby based on the situation. 2. White particles in the st...[Read More] Mucus in Baby's Stool: What Parents Need to Know About Digestive Health
Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: From Colic to Possible Congenital Conditions
What is happening with the baby? The baby is now almost five months old and has been suffering from chronic abdominal bloating and pain since birth. We have taken her to many clinics for consultations. The previous doctor diagnosed her with "colic" and recommended switc...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: It seems that your mother's condition is quite complex. Please consult a pediatric gastroenterologist nearby, but first, please pay attention to the following: 1. Congenital heart defect; please monitor for any signs of heart failure. 2. Total daily stool output. 3. W...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: From Colic to Possible Congenital Conditions
Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: Formula and Bowel Movements
Infant formula and bowel movement issues? Hello Doctor: My son is now 8 months old and weighs 8 kg. He was exclusively breastfed until 6.5 months, after which we transitioned to Nestlé HA2 hydrolyzed protein formula, mixing 4 scoops with 1 scoop of rice cereal and 180 cc of water...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Mother Zhe, Hello! Based on your description in the letter, your baby's weight is within the standard range, and the milk intake is adequate. Your concern is about the frequency, consistency, and odor of the stools. In fact, regarding bowel movements in infants, there ...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Digestive Issues: Formula and Bowel Movements
Managing High Ammonia Levels in Preterm Infants: A Care Guide
The blood ammonia levels in preterm infants remain elevated? I apologize for the intrusion. My son was a preterm infant weighing 780 grams, and he is currently four months corrected age. During his hospitalization, he had poor feeding and was on total parenteral nutrition via a c...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Evelin, I hope this message finds you well. I am Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien, the Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. I received your letter regarding your baby who was born weighing 780 grams and is now four months corrected age, and able ...[Read More] Managing High Ammonia Levels in Preterm Infants: A Care Guide
Is My Baby's Milk Intake Normal? Concerns About Feeding and Digestion
Issues with milk supply? My baby was born on December 16 and is now over 3 months old. At birth, he weighed only 2400 grams, and now he is 6 kilograms. He drinks about 150 cc at a time, every 4-5 hours, and does not have night feedings. He goes to sleep around 11 PM and wakes up ...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Ling, Greetings from Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. Based on the situation described in your letter, your baby's growth is progressing well, and the milk intake is adequate. The frequency, sh...[Read More] Is My Baby's Milk Intake Normal? Concerns About Feeding and Digestion
Managing Diarrhea in Infants: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds
Diarrhea Hello, my daughter is six months old and has been experiencing diarrhea, having six bowel movements a day for the past 12 days. She is on both formula and breast milk, and her mental state is normal. Her weight has not increased from four to six months. How can we improv...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Mom of Zhen Zhen, Hello! I would like to address your questions in order: 1. Regarding diarrhea, I would like to clarify whether you mean that Zhen Zhen's bowel movements have simply increased in frequency, or if there has been a significant change in the consistency ...[Read More] Managing Diarrhea in Infants: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds
Understanding Colic in Infants: Symptoms, Management, and Relief Tips
What is intestinal colic? How should it be managed? The baby seems to start crying intensely every night when it gets quiet, and no matter how we try to soothe her, she continues to cry uncontrollably. When we consulted a doctor, they mentioned that her symptoms were consistent w...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. Infant colic: It typically begins between 2 to 4 weeks of age, with the baby crying for one or several episodes a day, each lasting for a few hours. This crying is often difficult to soothe and is related to the immature state of the infant's gastrointestinal nervo...[Read More] Understanding Colic in Infants: Symptoms, Management, and Relief Tips
Understanding Pediatric Concerns: Mouth Breathing, Black Specks, and Red Dots
Mouth breathing -- black specks resembling half a grain of rice -- red spots? (1) A one-month-old infant often sleeps with their mouth open and breathes through their mouth. Could this indicate a respiratory issue? Is medication necessary for treatment? (2) The infant is breastf...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Dr. Lin Huizhen of the Pediatric Department at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan: 1. If a child frequently breathes through the mouth, there are very few cases of nasal obstruction, but the most common cause is nasal congestion due to mucus. Therefore, t...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Concerns: Mouth Breathing, Black Specks, and Red Dots
Managing Baby's Bowel Movements: Tips for Nutrition and Growth
Baby's bowel movements The baby is 10 months old, and tests show no lactose intolerance or allergic tendencies, but the stools are consistently loose and mushy, with four bowel movements a day (about half an hour after drinking milk). If lactose-free formula is introduced, t...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Wei-Chi, It sounds like your mother is quite concerned about the shape and frequency of your baby's stools, as well as the weight gain, which is why she is considering changing formulas, adding probiotics, and purchasing nutritional supplements. Before taking these act...[Read More] Managing Baby's Bowel Movements: Tips for Nutrition and Growth
Understanding Pediatric Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Pediatric hemorrhoids My daughter was born on July 26, 1993. Three weeks before her birth, she had very hard stools, so last week we switched her formula, which improved the stool consistency. However, in the past two days, there has been a slight amount of fresh blood after bowe...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Hello! This is a fissure phenomenon, not hemorrhoids, but you can apply hemorrhoid ointment. Thank you for your question![Read More] Understanding Pediatric Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Can Children with Allergies Eat Wheat Products Safely?
Can wheat flour products be consumed? Doctors generally advise that babies with allergic tendencies should avoid wheat flour. However, whether they can consume other flour-based products depends on the specific allergies and sensitivities of the individual child. It is essential ...
Dr. Liang Hongjian Reply:
Hello: For babies with a general allergic constitution, it is best to completely avoid allergenic foods before 6 months of age, such as milk, egg whites, and wheat flour. This is the rationale behind the theory of "delayed introduction of complementary foods." After 6 m...[Read More] Can Children with Allergies Eat Wheat Products Safely?
Understanding Changes in Baby's Stool Color: What Parents Should Know
On the 82nd day after birth, the baby's stool color changed to dark gray? Hello Doctor Gu: My baby is 85 days old and is currently drinking Nestlé Nan HA1 hydrolyzed protein formula. He is feeding about 7 to 8 times a day, with each feeding being 160 cc. His stools have cons...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Hello! 1. From birth to the eighty-second day, the stool is golden yellow, so it is unlikely to be biliary atresia. 2. Hiccups are a normal phenomenon. 3. The presence or absence of a "crying sound" in normal children does not make a difference.[Read More] Understanding Changes in Baby's Stool Color: What Parents Should Know
Can a 2-Month-Old Baby Safely Take Digestive Medications?
Can a 2-month-old baby take the medication "Biafei Ming" for digestive health? Is it safe for a 2-month-old baby to take the medication "Biaofeiming" for digestive health? Can I purchase it at a pharmacy for long-term use for my baby? If used long-term, are th...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Hello! Bifidobacterium is a type of lactic acid bacteria that has a beneficial effect on gut health. It can be particularly effective for children experiencing diarrhea, loose stools, and abdominal bloating. While long-term use may lead to constipation in some cases, I support th...[Read More] Can a 2-Month-Old Baby Safely Take Digestive Medications?
Understanding Blood in Children's Stool: Common Causes and Concerns
Blood in a child's stool? Hello doctor, I have three children who usually have normal meals, mostly eating at home. Recently, all three of my children have shown signs of blood (bright red) on the toilet paper after wiping their stools. We live in the United States, and medi...
Dr. Chen Rongtai Reply:
There are many causes of gastrointestinal bleeding, including bacterial gastroenteritis, anal fissures, polyps, peptic ulcers, intussusception, milk protein allergy, and sepsis, among others. The incidence of these conditions varies with age. The inquiry mentions that after a chi...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Children's Stool: Common Causes and Concerns
Is Your 9-Month-Old Refusing Milk? Nutritional Tips for Parents
Not drinking milk? The child is 9 months old and drinks breast milk twice a day (about 300cc). Recently, he refuses to drink cow's milk completely, and when we try to give it to him while he is asleep, he just spits it out. We are making porridge from brown rice and adding b...
Dr. Yi Zonghong Reply:
Dr. Tsai Cheng-Hsien, attending physician of the pediatrics department at Tainan City Hospital, responds: Dear concerned mother, babies who are breastfed indeed need to start introducing complementary foods and prepare for weaning at this stage. The process typically begins with ...[Read More] Is Your 9-Month-Old Refusing Milk? Nutritional Tips for Parents
Concerns for My 5-Week-Old Baby: Vaccination and Feeding Issues
Please ask your question? My baby is currently five weeks old! He was born at thirty-five weeks and three days without the use of oxygen, as he was born in a clinic. There was no specific ophthalmological examination conducted. The pediatrician at the postpartum care center menti...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien, the head of the Pediatrics Department at Tainan Hospital under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, responded to DEAR Yinyin's mother: The ophthalmic examination suggested by the physician at the postpartum care center likely refers to checking for retinopa...[Read More] Concerns for My 5-Week-Old Baby: Vaccination and Feeding Issues
Essential Guidelines for Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby
Baby complementary food issues? My baby is currently five months old. What foods should I avoid when introducing solid foods? Are there specific types of seafood, fruits, vegetables, or meats that should not be given to the baby? Is it okay to prepare porridge for the baby now? C...
Dr. Chen Rongtai Reply:
The letter mentions that the baby is currently five months old. Are there any dietary restrictions? For infants with a family history of allergies, it is advisable to avoid introducing allergenic foods too early, such as peanuts, tree nuts, cow's milk, eggs, and shellfish li...[Read More] Essential Guidelines for Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby