Hi,

Thank you for your query.

It is very common for breast fed babies to pass a motion after every feed which is usually semi-solid in nature. If your daughter is passing urine at regular interval then you should not worry. However if the urine has reduced and there is weight loss then you need to consult your doctor who shall assess the level of hydration.

Frequent cleaning of the anal region can cause redness. It shall be better if you apply some bland oil/cream and ensure the area is dry.

I hope I have answered your query to your satisfaction.

Wishing your daughter an early recovery.

Regards,

Rajiv K Khandelwal
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hi

Thanks for your query

i can feel your concerns

donot worry stay calm

breast feed children usually pass stools more than top feed babies

even 10-12 times stool passing is normal,as far as baby is not dehydrated or refusing feed or vomiting starts

moniter her hydration status and urine output

change her diaper after every stool

keep good hygiene

you can apply nappy ras cream or antifungal after consulting your doctor

you can give her gripe water

if she start vomiting ,lethargic ,feverish or refuse feed then immediately consult your doctor

Hope i have ansewered your query
i am available for your help
regards
Dr.imran

Hi

Thanks for writing to Health Care Magic

Acute diarrhea is most common in 6 months to 3 years age group.

Some of the common causes of diarrhea are listed below:
1.     Infective diarrhea
a.     Viral e.g. Rotavirus
b.     Bacterial e.g. E. Coli, Cholera
c.     Protozoal e.g. amebiasis
2.     Parenteral diarrhea caused by respiratory or urinary tract infection
3.     Non Infective diarrhea
a.     Drug induced e.g. by antibiotics
b.     Toxins e.g. food poisoning
c.     Food allergy
d.     Over feeding

More than 90 % of diarrheas are infective in origin of which Rotavirus is the commonest cause of acute diarrhea in infants and toddlers.

In your case it can also be parenteral diarrhea or diarrhea due to over feeding.
Most important part in the management of diarrhea is fluid replacement therapy followed by nutritional management and anti-diarrheal drug treatment.

In your case if the baby is dehydrating then you should give Oral rehydration therapy (ORS), so signs of dehydration are drowsy, thirsty, sunken eyes, absent tears, dry tongue, lost skin shin, rapid heart rate, rapid respiration and decrease urination. If the baby is not dehydrating then you can try some probiotics like Nutrolin B. Probiotic are viable bacteria e.g. lactobacilli or yeasts usually present in fermented dairy products e.g. curds, yogurt, lassi etc. or available commercially like Nutrolin B.

Preferably get your daughter evaluated by a pediatrician for dehydration, cause of diarrhea and further management.

Hope that answers your query.

Wishing your daughter a quick recovery

Take Care :)