Understanding Your 7-Year-Old's Bowel Movement Issues
Constipation issues in my daughter? Hello Doctor: My seven-year-old daughter has recently been experiencing a situation where, shortly after having a bowel movement, she expresses the urge to go again. However, since she has already gone, she feels the urge but is unable to pass ...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Mr. Tseng, Dr. Lin Hui-Chen from the Tainan Hospital of the Department of Health Administration replies: The situation described by your child may be due to incomplete bowel evacuation, which could indicate constipation, or it may be a mild intestinal inflammation. To deter...[Read More] Understanding Your 7-Year-Old's Bowel Movement Issues
Common Pediatric Concerns: Addressing Six Key Baby Issues
Six Questions About Babies 1. The baby has had very foul-smelling stools since two months old, even before introducing solid foods. Why is this happening? 2. The baby consumes 150 cc of formula per feeding (one tablespoon is 30 cc). I mix three tablespoons of Mead Johnson EnfaM...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
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Understanding Fever and Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Care
Fever and diarrhea in children? Hello, I am a teacher at a childcare center in Hsinchu. Recently, several babies (around 8 months to 1 year old) at the center have been experiencing recurrent fevers. Their appetite and activity levels are normal, with occasional loose stools occu...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Stella: Throat inflammation is a common infectious issue in young children, and it may be accompanied by fever and diarrhea. It is essential to seek medical evaluation to assess the severity of the condition. Additionally, this can lead to transmission among children, so if...[Read More] Understanding Fever and Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Care
Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Is It Time to Change Formula?
Green stool My baby is currently 2 months and 6 days old and has been drinking Abbott formula. His stools are green, very thick, and have a strong odor. He does not have a bowel movement every day. The pharmacy staff mentioned that the high iron content in Abbott formula could ca...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Director Lin Wen-hsien of the Pediatrics Department at Tainan Hospital, under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, responded that the number of children being born to parents in Taiwan is decreasing, averaging less than two per family. As a result, each baby is cared for with grea...[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Is It Time to Change Formula?
Dealing with Constipation in Children: When to Seek Help
What to do about constipation? My 3-year-old daughter has been struggling with bowel movement issues since birth. We have changed her diet, switched formulas, performed massages, and sought medical treatment with medication, but there has been no improvement. Currently, she needs...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. Most cases of constipation are functional issues, and please seek medical attention to rule out other diseases, especially ensuring that growth and development are normal. 2. If dietary fiber, hydration, and exercise are adequate, please discuss with your physician the ...[Read More] Dealing with Constipation in Children: When to Seek Help
Understanding Your Child's Bowel Issues: Tips for Improvement
Bowel issues? Doctor, my son has bowel movements every day, but they are in small, hard pellets. Sometimes there are many pellets, and sometimes just one, resembling rabbit droppings. He drinks plenty of water and has tried various types of formula. Are there any other methods to...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
If the stool is hard despite drinking plenty of water and trying various formulas, I suggest giving black date juice mixed with brown sugar as a drink, or feeding them rice porridge which is easier to digest. You can also finely chop vegetable leaves and cook them until soft for ...[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Bowel Issues: Tips for Improvement
Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: Normal vs. Diarrhea
Infant stool issues? My daughter is currently over eight months old and has been having bowel movements almost every day, with a consistent schedule in the morning. The stools are normal and well-formed. However, recently, in addition to her morning bowel movement, she has also b...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. If you are experiencing diarrhea, please reduce the intake of greasy or overly sweet foods, and avoid drinking juices, as these can exacerbate abdominal discomfort. 2. In cases of acute diarrhea, most individuals will recover within a week. If problems persist, please c...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: Normal vs. Diarrhea
Understanding Pediatric Anal Growths: When to Seek Medical Advice
A lump? Hello Dr. Zhao, My child is currently 8 months old. A few days ago, I noticed a lump near his anus that looks similar to an adult hemorrhoid. It has been present for about 3 days. There is no bleeding and it doesn't seem to be painful. His bowel movements are norma...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yang: Based on your description, it may be a polyp-like growth at the anal opening. Generally, in children, these are mostly benign. It is advisable to have a pediatric surgeon evaluate it, but I recommend that you visit a hospital for a definitive diagnosis. Thank yo...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Anal Growths: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Baby's Blisters: Allergies, Eczema, and Dietary Concerns
Blister Hello: My baby is under seven months old. The allergy screening showed a low range total IgE of 1.67, and everything else is normal. The parents do not have any allergic conditions. Previously, there was a phenomenon of constipation, so after reaching six months, I starte...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
1. Pediatricians generally advise that infants under 1 year old should not consume honey or propolis due to the risk of botulism. 2. Infants who are six months old can eat rice cereal and wheat cereal. If a rash develops, it is advisable to stop these cereals; if the rash resol...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Blisters: Allergies, Eczema, and Dietary Concerns
How to Help Your Baby Have Regular Bowel Movements
Bowel issues? My son is currently 10 months old and is exclusively breastfed with some solid foods. Since he was about 5 months old, he has been having bowel movements every 3 to 4 days, sometimes even once a week, but they were still soft. However, for the past month, his stools...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: If your baby is breastfed, bowel movements may be infrequent. However, if there are bowel movements, it is still important to increase fiber intake. You can increase the proportion of vegetables and fruits in the diet. Prunes can be consumed in the form of juice or jam to ...[Read More] How to Help Your Baby Have Regular Bowel Movements
Impact of Multivitamins on Asthma and Allergies in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Infants who take vitamins at six months of age have a 10% higher rate of developing asthma? My baby was born at 32 weeks and 3 days, weighing 1990 grams, making him a preterm infant. The hospital prescribed a multivitamin and iron supplement for him, but news reports suggest that...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. Iron supplements and vitamins may be considered for discontinuation after correcting deficiencies in children over six months of age. 2. As long as milk is consumed in adequate amounts, it provides sufficient nutrition and vitamin content. 3. Allergic reactions can be o...[Read More] Impact of Multivitamins on Asthma and Allergies in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Understanding Biliary Atresia in Newborns: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Tips
Biliary (Cystic) Obstruction (Urgent Case) Hello Doctor: My sister-in-law gave birth to a daughter on July 20, 2004, three weeks early, so the baby weighs only 2,120 grams and is currently in an incubator. Last night, the nurse informed us that the baby had white stools, which ma...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Min, 1. The bile in children is produced by the liver and is excreted into the gastrointestinal tract through the bile ducts. If there is a blockage, it can lead to an increase in direct bilirubin levels, resulting in jaundice, and the stools may appear pale or c...[Read More] Understanding Biliary Atresia in Newborns: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Tips
Concerns About Infant Feeding and Development: Expert Advice Needed
Milk consumption issues? Hello, Director Zhao: My son has just turned one month old. Most of the day, he drinks milk every three hours, about 100-120 cc each time, but sometimes he wants to eat every two hours, and very rarely even less than two hours. When he wants to eat every ...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello, Xiaoxuan: 1. If the child does not experience vomiting or diarrhea and has no gastrointestinal discomfort, there is no need to restrict their milk intake too much, and it is not recommended to use glucose water for feeding. 2. The human body naturally has a phenomenon ...[Read More] Concerns About Infant Feeding and Development: Expert Advice Needed
Understanding Honey and Propolis for Pediatric Health: Safety and Benefits
Honey and propolis? Dear Dr. Gu, I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. What is the difference between honey and propolis? Are there any side effects or allergens associated with them? At what age can children consume them? 2. Can propolis and goat's milk improve res...
Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
1. Honey and propolis are not recommended for children under one year of age due to the potential presence of botulinum toxin. 2. Long-term consumption of goat's milk may lead to folate deficiency. Goat's milk has a nutritional value similar to cow's milk but is ...[Read More] Understanding Honey and Propolis for Pediatric Health: Safety and Benefits
Understanding Tearful Eyes and Gray Stool in Infants: A Guide for Parents
Diet My son is currently three months old, and his eyes often have tears. His stools are still pasty and grayish in color. Is this normal? How can I improve this? Thank you.
Dr. Chen Qianyi Reply:
Hello, a three-month-old baby often has watery eyes, which is mostly due to a narrower nasolacrimal duct. The nasolacrimal duct is a tube that drains tears from the inner corner of the eye to the nose. Infants often have a smaller duct, making it difficult for tears to drain, res...[Read More] Understanding Tearful Eyes and Gray Stool in Infants: A Guide for Parents
Understanding Low Weight in Toddlers: Causes and Next Steps
Underweight baby Hello Doctor, my daughter is now 14 months old, but she only weighs 8 kilograms and is quite short in height. I remember she was 6 kilograms at 9 months old, and she has hardly grown since then. Every doctor has said she is too light, but none have provided detai...
Dr. Liang Zhaoxuan Reply:
If a child consistently has a low body weight, they should be taken to a pediatrician for a more detailed examination. It is advisable to first have a pediatric gastroenterologist assess their daily caloric intake and nutritional adequacy, as well as check for any digestive issue...[Read More] Understanding Low Weight in Toddlers: Causes and Next Steps
Constipation Concerns for Breastfed Infants: Solutions and Tips
Issues with bowel movements in breastfed infants? My child is just over a month old and has not had a bowel movement for 8 days, although he is exclusively breastfed. He is passing gas and his feeding amount is normal. I can see him straining to poop every day, turning red in the...
Dr. Hong Shaohui Reply:
It is recommended that you personally visit a pediatrician's office to confirm whether your baby's issue is simply related to bowel movements or if there are any underlying gastrointestinal functional problems.[Read More] Constipation Concerns for Breastfed Infants: Solutions and Tips
Is Your Baby's Mushy Stool Normal? Pediatric Insights on Infant Digestion
The baby's stool is mushy? Hello Doctor: My daughter is currently 7 months old (weighing 7.5 kg and measuring 65 cm). She has been switched to Abbott Similac and has started eating complementary foods, such as rice cereal, for about a month (before she was 6 months old, she ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello! 1. The diagnostic criteria for atopic dermatitis include: (1) a family history of allergies, (2) recurrent rashes, (3) pruritus (itchiness), and (4) involvement of areas such as the cheeks, the flexural surfaces of the elbows and knees (common locations in young children...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Mushy Stool Normal? Pediatric Insights on Infant Digestion
Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for Parents of 2-Month-Olds
Constipation Hello, Dr. Zhao: I would like to ask about my son's bowel movements. He is now two and a half months old. Recently, his bowel movements have not been good; he goes two to three days without a bowel movement. His current feeding schedule consists of breast milk t...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Dear Mrs. Hong, We have consulted a pediatric gastroenterologist regarding your questions, and we hope you find the answers satisfactory. 1. When assessing bowel movements, it is important to consider not only the frequency but also the consistency of the stools. Breastfed infa...[Read More] Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for Parents of 2-Month-Olds
Understanding Persistent Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Diarrhea Hello Dr. Zhang, My child has been experiencing persistent diarrhea since birth and is now 9 months old. We have visited many hospitals, but there has been no improvement. Recently, we switched to a special formula, Mead Johnson's Enfamil, but he doesn't like...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello! Diarrhea lasting more than 2 to 3 weeks is classified as chronic diarrhea. The causes vary depending on the age of onset (such as at birth or after 6 months), and it is particularly important to identify the reasons if there are discrepancies in height and weight. Generall...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Solutions