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Baby 05 month 20 days old is doing passing loose stools 2-3 times per day for now 10 days. Last week he passed 5-6 loose stools for 02 days but now returned to 2-3 loose stools per day.
Is this normal? What treatment should be taken?
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Babies on breastfeeding pass many stools. That's fine.
But if stools are watery, then it may concern.
Give Zinc syrup 10 mg daily for 14 days
ORS if baby is dehydrated.
If topfed, then check if formula is prepared properly.
If baby looks sick, immediately consult a pediatrician
Health Tips
breastfeeding is best for baby.
check if baby is growing well on growth chart
after 6 months give solid foods in addition to breastfeeding.
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Need not worry ma,its normal
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If your baby is on exclusive breastfeeding then there is no need to worry
But if he is on top feed esp bottle then keep a watch
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Stool test
Weight check
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If weight gain is adequate No need to panic
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Baby can pass stool 10 to 12times in a day while on exclusive BF, it's absolutely normal if baby is gaining weight.....
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nothing to worry...
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi, this is normal.
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Nothing to worry
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